Traveling Through a Network

         Troubleshooting tools like the ping and traceroute commands can help you locate the source of the issue, which is helpful because internet connection problems can be irritating. You can identify any latency, connectivity, or routing issues with the help of these tools, which assess the amount of time information packets take to travel between routers.

        For instance, you can use the ping command to see if your device can communicate with the website's server if you're having problems viewing a website. If you get a response, the server is up and operating, and your network or device may be the issue. On the other side, if you don't receive a response, it could signify that the server is down, or there's a network issue.


Here is an example of the results I get from pinging the website:






        The traceroute command, in a similar vein, can aid in locating routing-related issues that may be the root of sluggish internet connection speeds. You can spot any delays or packet loss at a specific router, suggesting a potential issue with the router or network connection, by monitoring the journey times of packets through the network and each router.


Here is an example of a traceroute:








        It is important to remember that numerous variables, including network failures or security setups, can make ping and traceroute requests unsuccessful. Consequently, it's recommended to combine these tools with additional troubleshooting methods and, if necessary, seek professional assistance.

                                                                References


Satori (2021). Data Backup in Depth: Concepts, Techniques, and Storage Technologies Retrieved from: https://cloudian.com/guides/data-backup/data-backup-in-depth/

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Gitzuki Peter (2022) How To Check Your RAM Size, Speed, and Type On Windows 10 and mac OS Retrieved from: https://www.auslogics.com/en/articles/how-to-check-ram-speed-size-and-type/

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