CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) — Question 12

A network technician is troubleshooting a web application's poor performance. The office has two internet links that share the traffic load. Which of the following tools should the technician use to determine which link is being used for the web application?

Answer options

• A. netstat
• B. nslookup
• C. ping
• D. tracert

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, tracert, as it traces the route taken by packets to reach the application, allowing the technician to see which link is being utilized. Netstat (A) provides information about network connections but does not show the path taken. Nslookup (B) is used for DNS queries and does not provide information about network paths. Ping (C) checks connectivity but does not indicate the specific link used.