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Description
mtr combines the functionality of the traceroute and ping programs in a single network diagnostic tool. It continuously probes the network path and provides real-time statistics about each hop, making it invaluable for network troubleshooting.
AI Summary
Combined traceroute and ping for real-time network diagnostics
Capabilities
- + Trace network path to a destination
- + Continuously monitor network hops
- + Display real-time packet loss and latency statistics
Use When
- → You need to diagnose network connectivity issues
- → You want combined traceroute and ping functionality
Avoid When
- x You only need a simple ping check