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MacOS networkQuality command

The macOS networkQuality command is a useful tool for users to assess the quality of their network connection. By utilizing this command, users can quickly determine the network’s performance and troubleshoot any issues affecting their internet connectivity. With the networkQuality command, users can gain valuable insights into their network’s stability and speed, allowing for efficient problem-solving and optimization of network performance.

networkQuality Syntax:

Terminal window
networkquality [options] [parameters]

Options:

OptionDescription
-hDisplay help for networkquality command
-vDisplay version of networkquality command

Parameters:

ParameterDescription
interfaceSpecify network interface (e.g., en0, en1, wlan0)
durationSpecify duration in seconds for network test

networkQuality Usage:

Test network quality

Terminal window
networkquality google.com

Test the network quality to the specified domain “google.com”.

Display network quality info

Terminal window
networkquality -v

Display detailed network quality information, including latency, jitter, and packet loss.

Set custom packet size

Terminal window
networkquality -s 1000 google.com

Test network quality to the domain “google.com” using a custom packet size of 1000 bytes.

Continuous network quality testing

Terminal window
networkquality -c google.com

Continuously test the network quality to the specified domain “google.com” with default settings.

How do I use networkquality in MacOS?

To use the networkquality command in MacOS, execute the following command:

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en0

What is the purpose of the networkquality command in MacOS?

The networkquality command in MacOS is used to measure and report network quality metrics like latency, packet loss, and jitter on a specified network interface.

How can I check network quality on a specific network interface in MacOS?

You can check network quality on a specific network interface in MacOS using the networkquality command with the interface option.

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en1

How do I get detailed network quality information using the networkquality command in MacOS?

To get detailed network quality information such as latency, packet loss, and jitter, use the networkquality command with appropriate options.

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en2 --detailed

Can I customize the network quality test parameters with the networkquality command in MacOS?

Yes, you can customize the network quality test parameters like packet size and test duration using the networkquality command options.

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en3 --packet-size 1000 --duration 60

How do I save the network quality test results to a file in MacOS using the networkquality command?

You can save the network quality test results to a file in MacOS by using the networkquality command with the output file option.

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en4 --output results.txt

Is it possible to automate network quality tests using the networkquality command in MacOS?

Yes, you can automate network quality tests in MacOS by incorporating the networkquality command with specific options into scripts or scheduled tasks.

Terminal window
networkquality --interface en5 --interval 5 --count 10

Applications of the networkQuality command

  • Measure network quality
  • Analyze network performance
  • Troubleshoot network issues
  • Evaluate network connectivity
  • Monitor network stability