Network Latency

Network latency is the time delay between sending and receiving data across a network.

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What Is Network Latency

Network latency is the time delay between sending and receiving data across a network. In incident management, high latency can impact system performance and user experience, potentially triggering incidents.

Example of Network Latency

A company's video conferencing system experiences delays and poor quality due to high network latency, disrupting important client meetings.

How to Implement Network Latency Monitoring

  • Deploy network performance monitoring tools
  • Establish baseline latency metrics for normal operations
  • Set up alerts for abnormal latency spikes
  • Regularly test network paths for latency issues

Best Practices

  • Optimize network infrastructure to minimize latency
  • Prioritize traffic for latency-sensitive applications
  • Educate users on factors that can contribute to network latency

Further reading:

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Network Outage

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