Linux Tip: How to use the mtr command

This video tutorial introduces the MTR command, a tool for tracing network routes and analyzing connection data. It explains how to use MTR by typing the command followed by a system's name or IP address. The tutorial covers interpreting the continuously updating output, which includes timing data and hop numbers. It also discusses how MTR can help identify network issues by highlighting high round trip times or packet loss.

What does the MTR command primarily display?

• The current IP address of the user

• The number of devices connected to the network

• The route a network connection takes

• The speed of the internet connection

How do you stop the MTR display?

• Pressing the Enter key

• Typing 'exit'

• Closing the terminal window

• Using Control C or Q

What information is shown on the right side of the MTR output?

• The number of hops

• The IP addresses

• The timing data

• The packet loss percentage

What does a high standard deviation in MTR output indicate?

• A stable connection

• A fast internet speed

• A large difference between best and worst times

• A low packet loss

How can MTR help if you have network connection issues?

• By increasing the internet speed

• By showing the number of connected devices

• By pinpointing where the problems are occurring

• By reducing the packet loss