Network
The traceroute command
Shows the path a packet travels to its destination, hop by hop.
Syntax
traceroute <host>Most useful options
-nDoes not resolve names, goes faster-m NMaximum hopsCopy-ready examples
$ traceroute miguelacm.esThe path to the server$ traceroute -n 8.8.8.8Without resolving names, fasterYou can try them in the browser terminal: it does not touch your computer.
Typical mistakes
- It is the tool to find where a connection breaks.
FAQ
Why look at the hops?
To know if the problem is in your network or beyond.
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