tracepath

Tracepath is a command line tool used primarily in Linux distributions to trace the route packets take from a source to a destination over a network. It is similar to the commonly used traceroute tool but provides more specific information. When executed, tracepath sends a series of ICMP packets with increasing TTL (Time to Live) values, starting from 1. The TTL determines the number of hops a packet can traverse before being discarded, and by increasing it gradually, tracepath analyzes the individual routers or nodes of a network. Each successful hop displays the IP address, hostname, and response time for that node. The output includes hop count, cumulative response times, and the final destination or any errors encountered. Tracepath can be useful for network troubleshooting, identifying network congestion, and determining the most efficient path for packet delivery. It is a powerful tool for diagnosing network connectivity issues or identifying performance bottlenecks.