How Do I Diagnose Network Issues in Linux?
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How do you investigate network issues?

How to Troubleshoot a Network

  1. Check the hardware. When you’re beginning the troubleshooting process, check all your hardware to make sure it’s connected properly, turned on, and working. …
  2. Use ipconfig. …
  3. Use ping and tracert. …
  4. Perform a DNS check. …
  5. Contact the ISP. …
  6. Check on virus and malware protection. …
  7. Review database logs.

How do I find network interface errors in Linux?

You need to use the following two commands: a] ifconfig command – Display all interfaces which are currently available. b] netstat command – Display network connections, routing tables, interface statistics, masquerade connections, and multicast memberships.

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