Dropped packets are a common problem that can occur on any network. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including network congestion, hardware problems, and software bugs. Dropped packets can lead to a variety of problems, including slow network performance, lost data, and even network outages.
There are a number of ways to check for dropped packets on a network. One common method is to use the ping command. The ping command sends a series of packets to a specified destination and then reports the number of packets that are successfully received. If the ping command reports that any packets were lost, then this is an indication that dropped packets are occurring on the network.