[Solved] What will happen if you run traceroute -w 1 1.1.1.1? — Ans: Traceroute waits 1 second for each reply before timing out | Linux CLI

Linux CLI - Networking Commands

What will happen if you run traceroute -w 1 1.1.1.1?

ATraceroute disables hostname resolution

BTraceroute waits 1 second for each reply before timing out

CTraceroute limits max hops to 1

DTraceroute sends only 1 probe per hop

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the -w option
The -w option sets the timeout in seconds to wait for each reply.
Step 2: Interpret the command effect
With -w 1, traceroute waits 1 second per probe before timing out and moving on.
Final Answer:
Traceroute waits 1 second for each reply before timing out -> Option B
Quick Check:
-w sets wait time per probe [OK]

Quick Trick: Use -w to set wait time per probe in seconds [OK]

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