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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPIs are crucial measures that network analysts use to monitor and assess the functioning of networks. Some of the crucial KPIs that network analyzers use include the following:
Network Availability
The proportion of time a network is operational and accessible to users is known as network availability. This KPI is used by network analysts to verify that the network is up and operating as often as possible, reducing downtime and interruptions to business activities.
Network Latency
The amount of time it takes for data to move between two points on a network is known as network latency. This KPI is used by network analysts to gauge network speed and pinpoint locations where latency is impacting performance. Slow response times and a poor user experience may be caused by high network latency.
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Network Throughput
The quantity of data that may be transferred via a network in a certain period of time is known as network throughput. This KPI is used by network analysts to gauge the network's capacity and pinpoint regions where throughput problems are affecting performance. Data transmission rates that are too sluggish might have a detrimental effect on the user experience.
Network Error Rate
The proportion of data packets that are damaged or lost during transmission is known as the network error rate. This KPI is used by network analysts to identify problem areas and resolve them. Poor data integrity and performance might result from high network error rates.
Network Utilization
The proportion of the network's capacity that is now in use is known as network utilization. With the use of this KPI, network analysts may spot potential overflows in network capacity and take action to expand it. Congestion and performance concerns might arise from high network use.
Analytics
To track, examine, and improve network performance, network analysts use a variety of analytical tools and approaches. The following are some of the fundamental tools and methods used by network analysts in network analytics:
Network Performance Monitoring (NPM)
Network analysts may get precise information on network performance using Network Performance Monitoring (NPM) technologies, which gather and analyze network performance data in real-time. Tools for network availability, latency, throughput, and error rate management (NPM) are helpful.
Network Packet Analysis
Tools for network packet analysis collect and analyze network traffic data in order to spot problems and improve efficiency. Network analysts may immediately discover problems and take remedial action with the help of these tools, which give thorough analysis of network traffic, including the source and destination of data packets, packet timing, and packet size.
Network Flow Analysis
To find problems and improve performance, network flow analysis tools gather and analyze network flow data. Network analysts may immediately spot problems and take remedial action thanks to flow analysis tools, which give precise information about network traffic patterns, including the source and destination of traffic, traffic volume, and traffic type.
Network Behavioral Analysis
Tools for network behavioral analysis keep an eye on network traffic for any suspicious or unusual activities that can point to a security problem. These technologies enable network analysts to immediately recognize possible security issues and take appropriate action by providing real-time monitoring and analysis of network data.
Network Configuration Management
To guarantee that the network is set accurately and optimally, network configuration management solutions handle network configuration data. Network analysts may immediately discover problems and take remedial action thanks to these technologies' real-time monitoring of changes in network configuration.
Network Jitter
Network jitter is the variance in packet latency or delay. High network jitter may harm the user experience and result in data loss. This KPI is used by network analysts to locate potential performance problems brought on by jitter.
Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
The length of time it typically takes to fix a network problem is called the Mean Time to Repair (MTTR). The effectiveness of the network support staff in addressing and resolving problems is measured by network analysts using this KPI. A low MTTR suggests that problems are being resolved quickly and effectively.
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Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
The average amount of time between network failures is known as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF). This KPI is used by network analysts to gauge the network's dependability and pinpoint regions that could need hardware or software upgrades.
Network Response Time
The amount of time it takes for a request to be processed and for a response to be received on a network. This KPI is used by network analysts to gauge network speed and pinpoint regions where sluggish response times could be affecting performance.
Network Security KPIs
KPIs for network security are used to gauge how well the network's security measures are working and to spot potential weak spots. The amount of security incidents, security breaches, and successful security audits are a few examples of popular network security KPIs.
Network Capacity Utilization
The percentage of the network's available capacity that is being utilized is measured by a KPI called network capacity utilization. This KPI enables network researchers to identify potential network capacity constraints and upgrade needs.
Packet Loss Rate
The proportion of data packets lost during transmission is measured by packet loss rate. inadequate network performance caused by high packet loss may be a sign of network congestion or inadequate connection.
Throughput
The quantity of data that may be sent across the network in a certain length of time is measured by throughput, a KPI. To make sure the network is providing data at the proper speeds and satisfying performance standards, network analysts utilize this KPI.