VIAVI TrueSpeed for Carrier Grade TCP Throughput Testing

This white paper discusses the capabilities of VIAVI TrueSpeed in meeting the requirements for carrier-grade TCP throughput testing. It outlines the importance of accurate TCP throughput testing for network operators, particularly in delivering business-class Ethernet services to enterprise customers. The document details how VIAVI TrueSpeed complies with IETF RFC 6349, contrasting its results with those of generic speed tests that often yield inaccurate and misleading outcomes. Key attributes of the TrueSpeed test are presented, including its ability to accurately emulate customer applications, diagnose throughput issues, and provide reliable test results without the interference of client or server resource limitations. The paper also includes case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of TrueSpeed in identifying real network issues compared to generic tests, which may mask performance problems. The document emphasizes the necessity of proper diagnostic tools to address bandwidth concerns and improve service delivery.