To resolve network slowdowns during peak hours, start by monitoring traffic with tools like Wireshark or NetFlow to identify bandwidth-heavy applications or unusual spikes. Check hardware performance to ensure routers, switches, and firewalls aren’t overloaded or outdated. Verify software configurations, including QoS settings, to prioritize critical traffic and avoid misconfigurations. Analyze logs for signs of attacks, such as DDoS, or misbehaving devices. Segment the network to isolate bottlenecks and consider upgrading bandwidth or optimizing load balancing. Regularly update firmware and conduct capacity planning to align resources with peak demand. These steps can quickly pinpoint and address root causes.

To understand the the root cause of the slowness first we need to understand the few points:- Is it with only for the specific type of traffic such as web traffic or teams traffic etc or for all kind of traffic ? Then based on the result you can start investigating the issue. The best tool to identify the latency issue is traceroute. You can perform the traceroute from source to destination and destination to source to identify the hop causing the latency in the network. After identifying the hop you can login and check for the hardware limitation such as throughput or if any feature is consuming more resources, If there is any specific type of traffic having latency issue, check if there any QoS configured on the device.

1.- Monitor Network Traffic to visualize network traffic and identify bottlenecks. 2.- Check Bandwidth Usage to determine if the cause is insufficient bandwidth. 3.- Analyze Network Devices to check if they are functioning properly and are not overloaded, check for firmware updates and optimize device configurations to improve performance. 4.- Identify Interference if you have Wireless networks. 5.- Perform Speed Tests. 6.- Check for Malware. 7.- Review Network Configuration. Ensure that Quality of Service (QoS) settings are optimized to prioritize critical traffic. 8.- Consult with Your ISP.

Is it really the network's fault, or are we just blaming the usual suspect? To efficiently pinpoint the cause of network slowdowns during peak hours, follow these steps: Monitor Traffic: Use tools like Wireshark or NetFlow to identify bandwidth-heavy applications. Check Hardware: Ensure routers, switches, and firewalls are functioning correctly and not overloaded. Analyze Logs: Look for signs of attacks or misbehaving devices. Segment the Network: Isolate bottlenecks and consider upgrading bandwidth or optimizing load balancing. By following these steps, you can quickly identify and address the root causes of network slowdowns.

To identify the root cause of your network slowdowns during peak hours, monitor traffic with tools like Wireshark or NetFlow, check hardware performance and ensure routers, switches, and firewalls are functioning properly, inspect software configurations to prioritize critical traffic, use application monitoring tools, analyze event logs, perform speed tests at different times of the day, segment your network to isolate issues, update device firmware, and check with your Internet Service Provider to check for potential issues with their infrastructure.

Quando enfrento lentidão na rede durante os horários de pico, procuro analisar o tráfego em tempo real utilizando ferramentas que me ajudem a identificar quais dispositivos ou aplicações estão consumindo mais largura de banda. Além disso, verifico o desempenho dos equipamentos, como roteadores e switches, para garantir que não estejam sobrecarregados ou precisando de manutenção. Também reviso as configurações de QoS para priorizar o tráfego mais crítico e, se necessário, realizo testes isolando partes da rede para identificar a origem do problema. Esse processo costuma ser eficiente para solucionar gargalos e otimizar o desempenho.

Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques: * Packet capture analysis: Use tools like Wireshark to capture and analyze network traffic to identify specific issues, such as packet loss, latency, or protocol errors. * Traceroute: Trace the path of packets to identify network bottlenecks or routing issues. * Ping tests * Educate users: Train users about network best practices, such as avoiding bandwidth-intensive activities during peak hours and using network resources responsibly. * Implement usage policies: Enforce policies to limit bandwidth-intensive applications or large file transfers during peak times.

To identify the cause of network slowdowns during peak hours, use monitoring tools like Zabbix or Sophos Firewall to analyze real-time traffic and identify usage patterns. Check bandwidth consumption by users, devices, or applications, and investigate potential bottlenecks in switches, routers, or firewalls. Review historical logs for recurring issues and inspect devices that may be causing congestion. Configure QoS to prioritize critical applications and apply traffic control policies. Finally, check for potential threats, such as DDoS attacks, that could be impacting network performance.