8.7 TCP/IP Utilities
8.7.7 Tracert, iptrace, and traceroute
It is often useful to trace the route a packet takes on its journey from source computer to destination host. TCP/IP stacks include a route tracing utility that enables users to identify the routers through which the message passes. The options depend on the operating system:
  • Tracert – Windows
  • Iptrace – NetWare NLM
  • Traceroute – UNIX/Linux

These three utilities can be used for the same purpose. It just depends on the operating system or software environment.