Troubleshooting Network Connectivity: How to Trace ISP Network Routes Using Windows Command Prompt

To check network traces from your ISP on a Windows system, you can use the "tracert" (trace route) command in the Command Prompt. This command shows the route that your network packets take to reach a specific destination, including the different hops (routers) along the way. Here's how you can use it:

1. Open Command Prompt: Press the Windows key, type "cmd," and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.

2. Run Tracert: In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:

tracert <destination_address>        

??Replace `<destination_address>` with the domain name or IP address of the website or server you want to trace the route to. For example:

tracert www.google.com        

??This will start tracing the route to Google's servers. The command will display each hop, its IP address, and the time it takes to reach that hop.

3. Review Results: The output will show you the sequence of routers your network packets pass through to reach the destination. Each line represents a hop, and you'll see the IP address of the router and the response times for each hop.

Keep in mind that while "tracert" can provide valuable information about the path your packets take, it won't necessarily provide detailed information about issues with your ISP or network performance. If you suspect issues with your ISP, it's often more effective to contact their customer support and provide them with the information you gathered from the "tracert" command for further analysis.