A network administrator is reviewing performance metrics of a corporate network and notices that during peak usage times, there is a significant slowdown in data transfer rates between the database server and client computers. The administrator suspects a potential bottleneck in the network. What is the most effective initial action to confirm and locate the bottleneck?
Analyze utilization statistics on network switches
Replace older network cables with Category 6 cables
Immediately implement Quality of Service (QoS) configurations
Analyzing the utilization statistics on network switches provides immediate and relevant information to identify high traffic flows and overloaded pathways, which are indicative of a bottleneck. This approach targets the specific area of concern quickly and efficiently. Viewing system logs on servers might not directly pinpoint network bottlenecks, although server issues can indirectly affect network performance. Implementing QoS helps manage traffic prioritization but does not identify existing bottlenecks. Similarly, replacing network cables is a premature action without confirming they are the source of the bottleneck.
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