What is fping FOR LINUX?

fping FOR LINUX

fping is a completely free and open-source command-line ping program designed for GNU/Linux operating systems. It uses the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) echo request to determine the status of network hosts.

Key Features:

• Ability to specify any number of network hosts


• Easy integration in scripts


• Parseable output


• Wide range of command-line options


• Easy installation process

Technical Specifications:

• Protocol: ICMP


• Compatible Operating System: GNU/Linux


• License: Open Source

Command-line Options:

• Display alive targets


• Specify ping data amount


• Set exponential backoff factor


• Specify number of pings per target


• Display elapsed time on return packets


• Set source address

Installation Instructions:

Installing fping on a GNU/Linux system is straightforward:

1. Download the source package


2. Save it in the Home directory


3. Unpack the file


4. Open a Terminal app


5. Move to the directory where the package is extracted


6. Run './configure && make' to compile the program


7. Execute 'sudo make install' to install it system-wide

Publisher: Thomas Dzubin

Price: FREE

For more information, visit the publisher's website.

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