Network Performance Tools
Utilize tools like `iperf`, `netstat`, and `ss` to measure network throughput, latency, and active connections.
Boost Your Network Insights
Ever wonder how fast your network truly is, or what's happening behind the scenes? In this lesson, we'll dive into powerful Linux tools to measure and understand network performance.
We'll explore iperf for bandwidth, netstat for connections, and ss for detailed socket statistics.
What is Network Performance?
Network performance isn't just about speed! It includes several key metrics:
- Throughput: The amount of data transferred over time (e.g., Mbps).
- Latency: The delay before a transfer of data begins (e.g., ms).
- Jitter: Variation in latency, which can affect real-time applications.
- Packet Loss: Data packets failing to reach their destination.
Measuring these helps diagnose slow or unreliable connections.