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Guides, tutorials, and tips for network diagnostics on macOS.
Troubleshooting Slow Internet on Mac
Use network diagnostic tools to find out why your Mac's internet is slow. A systematic approach using ping, traceroute, and speed tests.
January 14, 2026How to Run a Traceroute on Mac (Without Terminal)
Learn what traceroute does and how to run one on your Mac without touching the command line. Includes GUI options and how to read the results.
January 7, 2026macOS Network Tools: Built In vs Missing
A look at what network diagnostic capabilities macOS provides out of the box and what you'll need third-party tools to accomplish.
December 28, 2025DNS Lookup on Mac: nslookup, dig, or Better?
Compare the different ways to perform DNS lookups on macOS. Learn when to use nslookup, dig, host, or a GUI tool.
December 18, 2025How to Check If a Port Is Open on Mac
Learn how to check whether a specific port is open on your Mac or a remote server using Terminal commands and GUI tools.
December 10, 2025Apple Killed Network Utility. What to Use Now
Network Utility is gone from macOS. Learn why Apple removed it and what alternatives exist for ping, traceroute, DNS lookup, and port scanning.
December 3, 2025