Network congestion, also known as a network bottleneck, is something you’ve likely heard of frequently in the world of computers and networking. This term typically refers to a specific disruption that causes a network to become congested.
Business owners who have ventured into the internet realm should be familiar with this term. The goal is to ensure business continues to run smoothly and optimally.
What is a Bottleneck?
First, I’ll discuss the most fundamental aspects. A network bottleneck is a network bottleneck. Data flow becomes limited by network or computer resources.
The data flow itself is controlled by the bandwidth of various system resources operating on a network to deliver a high data volume compared to the network’s capacity.
The cause of this computing bottleneck is the complex network data disruption caused by microprocessor or TCP/IP circuits. This bottleneck is also known as a hot spot.
Why Do Bottlenecks Occur in Networks?
As the name suggests, network congestion can result in communication slowdowns. Furthermore, this condition will limit network productivity and efficiency.
Congestion typically occurs when the bandwidth can no longer accommodate the large amount of system data at the specified data transfer rate. Congestion is also unavoidable if only one of two lanes is busy.
On a network, the system can operate according to processor speed, memory size, network interface card speed, and cache speed.
The system we described previously does not rely on other network resources to receive data. This is what you should pay attention to when checking for problems.
How to Test for Network Bottlenecks
There is an easy way to check for network congestion. One way is to use online tools. Using these tools is generally very easy. Below, I explain how to use them.
- Choose a competent tool to perform the check.
- Know your computer’s specifications, especially the vital components used.
- Check the specifications label in the manual of your laptop or personal computer (PC).
- Access the BIOS, then enter the UEFI BIOS menu. The steps to enter the BIOS menu usually vary depending on the motherboard of your laptop or PC.
- Checking can also be done through Task Manager, DirectX Diagnostic Tool, and System Information. Please open each of these tools if you don’t want to use online tools.
However, it’s best to use online tools, which are easier to use. Furthermore, online tools also have features that will make checking easier.
How to Overcome Networks Bottlenecks
The higher the user load on the network, the greater the potential for network disruptions. This can lead to increasingly slow network performance.
To overcome this, you must first identify the bottleneck. The author has outlined the methods above, using both manual systems and online tools.
Once identified, the next step is to address it. Start by identifying the network accessed by a single department. After that, place the server on the same switch as the users accessing it.
If the problem is located on the LAN, address it by using a Gigabit backbone link and a high-performance switch.
These are some important things to consider regarding network bottlenecks. For those of you who want to monitor for problems, you can now use the monitoring service provided by Netmonk through its flagship product, Netmonk Prime.
Sources:
https://www.techopedia.com/definition/24819/network-bottleneck
https://www.teknojempol.com/2017/03/cara-mudah-mengecek-bottleneck-pada-pc.html
http://dean-book.blogspot.com/2010/12/permasalahan-jaringan-dan-cara.html
https://gemaroprek.com/pengertian-bottleneck/
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