Today, more than 95% of professionals use networks for communications, file transfer, and other business operations. The more a business is dependent on the latest technologies and practices, the more complex their network will be. So, no matter whether you run a small company or a large organization, with modern networking, chances are high that administrators might face network issues with the management of complex networks.

The Ping command is an essential tool in network diagnostics, crucial for checking connectivity, solving problems, and measuring network performance. In the complex world of digital communication, where connections stretch across long distances and pass through many devices, knowing how to use the Ping command is extremely important. In this detailed exploration, we will examine the Ping command thoroughly, exploring its uses, and highlighting its importance in keeping networks strong and reliable.

In the early 90s, it was easier—and more affordable—to register a domain name with the same as a company’s. Now, it requires other services to register it and keep it from potential competitors. Despite the process change, registering a domain name is still one of the most crucial aspects of supporting a business online. This blog details the behind-the-scenes processes on how domain names become accessible content to users, starting with what a Domain Name System (DNS) is.

The Internet is everywhere these days, woven into how businesses operate and connect with customers, partners, and colleagues. It's not just a luxury; it's a necessity. Keeping things running smoothly means having a network that's on its A-game all the time – no glitches allowed. Why? Well, network downtime isn't just an inconvenience; it's like a money-eating monster that also affects how people see your company.

We are pleased to announce that we have released a new feature that allows you to collect Heroku Router metrics by path! By default, this option will not be enabled as it will increase your number of total metrics. If no action is taken, you will continue to receive your Router metrics in the default format. This provides a good overview of your application’s total connection times, requests by method/status, etc.

If your enterprise operates manufacturing facilities and multiple store locations, you're well aware of the management and communication challenges that arise from poor application performance, such as Microsoft Teams, and the disruptions caused by Internet VPN issues for both employees and customers. This case study provides a clear path to establishing effective network performance monitoring and troubleshooting these network issues.

Microsoft Azure maintains second place in the cloud infrastructure services market, with 25% market share as of Q3 2023. Following several consecutive quarters of slowing year-on-year growth, Azure saw an uptick in the second half of last year as the impact of the AI surge became palpable.