Top Networking Tools & What They Do

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1. Ping

Ping checks if a device is reachable on the network. It measures connection speed and packet loss.

Traceroute / Tracert

Shows the path your data takes across the internet. Helps locate network delays and hops causing slowness.

Example Use: Diagnose slow connections between locations.

Netstat

Example Use: Check if your system is communicating with unwanted servers.

Displays active network connections and open ports. Useful for detecting unknown or suspicious programs.

Wireshark

A packet analysis tool used to inspect detailed network traffic. Excellent for security analysis and deep troubleshooting.

Example Use: Analyze malicious traffic or network errors.

TCP / IP Utilities & CTA

More Tools to Explore • ipconfig / ifconfig • nslookup • arp • dig • Nmap (for security scanning)