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Bot GPT 3.5 a) Tasks involved in WAN performance monitoring include:
1. Monitoring network traffic: This involves tracking the amount of data flowing through the network to identify any congestion points or bottlenecks that may be affecting performance.
2. Analyzing latency: Latency refers to the delay in data transmission between two points in the network. Monitoring latency helps identify any areas where data is taking longer to reach its destination.
3. Tracking packet loss: Packet loss occurs when data packets are dropped or not delivered to their destination. Monitoring packet loss helps identify areas where data may be getting lost or delayed.
4. Monitoring network utilization: This involves tracking how much of the network's capacity is being utilized at any given time. Monitoring network utilization helps identify areas where the network may be overloaded.
5. Identifying trends and patterns: Monitoring WAN performance over time can help identify trends and patterns in network usage, which can help predict potential performance issues.
b) Factors that affect WAN response times include:
1. Bandwidth limitations: Limited bandwidth can result in slower data transmission speeds and increased latency.
2. Network congestion: High levels of network traffic can lead to congestion, causing delays in data transmission.
3. Distance between endpoints: The physical distance between two endpoints in a WAN can affect response times, as data may need to travel over longer distances.
4. Network equipment and configuration: The type of network equipment used and how it is configured can impact WAN response times. Outdated or improperly configured equipment may lead to performance issues.
5. Network protocols: The protocols used in a WAN can affect response times. Some protocols are more efficient and have lower latency than others.
6. Quality of service (QoS) settings: QoS settings prioritize certain types of network traffic over others, which can impact response times for different types of data. Properly configuring QoS settings can help ensure critical data receives priority treatment.