Basic Network Tools
Basic Network Tools are a collection of command-line utilities and software applications used to diagnose, monitor, and troubleshoot network connectivity and performance. They include tools like ping, traceroute, netstat, nslookup, and Wireshark, which help developers and IT professionals test network reachability, trace packet paths, analyze network statistics, and resolve DNS issues. These tools are essential for debugging network-related problems in applications, servers, and infrastructure.
Developers should learn and use Basic Network Tools when building or maintaining networked applications, such as web services, APIs, or distributed systems, to quickly identify and resolve connectivity issues like latency, packet loss, or DNS failures. They are crucial during deployment, monitoring, and incident response phases, enabling efficient troubleshooting without relying on external support, and are often required in DevOps, system administration, and backend development roles.