CHAPTER 27. Troubleshooting Tools for TCP/IP Networks

SOME OF THE MAIN TOPICS IN THIS CHAPTER ARE

Checking the Host System’s Configuration First 452

Using ping and tracert to Check Connectivity 457

Using the nslookup Command to Troubleshoot Name Resolution Issues 476

Other Useful Commands 477

Using Network Connection Repair in Windows XP 478

Because TCP/IP allows for decentralized management—many separately managed networks are interconnected through the Internet or an intranet—tools have been developed for troubleshooting connection and configuration problems dealing with the TCP/IP protocols and services. These tools can be used for troubleshooting problems within your local network, as well as for attempting to isolate Internet-related problems. ...

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