Interpreting Results
Having network trouble? Here's how to prove it to your boss
When constant network trouble has your boss giving you dirty looks, you might want to prove you're not just making things up. Here's how to show who's really to blame. Read more...
Troubleshooting Your VoIP Connection — Is it You or the Network?
Network conditions have a huge impact on VoIP call quality. Here’s a handy guide to finding and fixing the root cause. Read more...
How do I Know if My Internet Connection is “Good?”
Latency? Packet loss? You might know the numbers, but what are they showing you? Here’s how to tell if your internet connection’s ok. Read more...
Step 5: Solve the Problem
Let’s show this network problem what you’ve got!
How you go about solving the issue will depend on if it’s inside your control:
I’ve got my local issue pegged — what’s next?
Think you know what’s causing your network problem? That’s great! Just like in Step 4, you can use the wealth of PingPlotter’s knowledge to start fixing things.
Read more...Step 4: Interpreting the Results
Buckle up! It’s time to figure out what’s causing your network issues.
But first, a refresher.
PingPlotter charts two major indicators of network performance: latency and packet loss. Latency measures how long it takes data to get somewhere, while packet loss shows when data fails to reach its destination. By seeing where and when these two factors appear, you can narrow the list of probable causes and isolate the problem.
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For Working Out Wireless Network Problems, Knowledge is Power
When trying to troubleshoot a wireless network issue, a little bit of information can go a long way. Read more...