1. Forensic Science Informatics Unit 37 M4, D4

2. Ping and tracert BTEOTSSBAT use the ping and tracert command

3. M4 calculate and record the time for a packet of data to reach five different IP addresses using the ping command. D4 determine and record the route of a packet to reach five different IP addresses using the tracert command.

4. A ping is the name of the process that tests whether a particular host (typically at an IP address) is accessible. It tests the network. It measures the time taken to reach the host and back again. A tracert is the name of the process that tests the network infrastructure. It traces the route and time a packet of information takes to reach its destination Both use the command prompt

5. To run the ping and tracert command Click on start and then R un..

6. This box will pop up. Type cmd and then enter

7. A DOS box will appear

8. To do a ping Type at C:gt; ping 10.1.1.6 Where 10.1.1.6 is the IP address

9. To do a tracert Type at C:gt; t r acert 10.1.1.6 Where 10.1.1.6 is the IP address