Webserver Stress Tool - User Manual

Stress Tests

Stress tests are simulated “brute force” attacks that apply excessive load to your webserver. “Real world” situations like this can be created by a massive spike of users –caused by a large referrer (imagine your website being mentioned on national TV…). Another example would be an email marketing campaign sent to prospective customers that asks them to come to the website to register for a service or request additional information. An inadvertent denial of service to prospects who are ready to learn more about your product could have a serious impact on your bottom line.

The purpose of a stress test is to estimate the maximum load that your webserver can support. Webserver Stress Tool can help you learn the traffic thresholds of your webserver and how it will respond after exceeding its threshold.

 

What is Webserver Stress Tool?

Webserver Stress Tool is a powerful HTTP-client/server test application designed to pinpoint critical performance issues in your web site or web server that may prevent optimal experience for your site's visitors.

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Webserver Stress Tool - Manual - Table of Content

Welcome

Introduction: Testing Basics

Webserver Stress Tool Features

Installation

Configuring Webserver Stress Tool

Performance Tips&Tricks

Running the Test

Reviewing Logfile Results

Analyzing Graphical Results

Creating Reports

Additional Features

Appendix

Software License and Contact Information

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