Service is up
What this tool does
This tool checks if a specific service on a computer is currently available by attempting to connect to it.
The result depends on network conditions and the actual state of the remote computer; if the computer is offline or blocking connections, the tool will report it as unavailable.
Common uses
- Verifying that a web server or application is running before sending data to it.
- Testing connectivity to a specific port on a server during troubleshooting.
Input data
| Parameter | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
host | Yes | www.google.com | The name or address of the computer (e.g., 'www.google.com'); required. |
port | Yes | 80 | The specific communication channel number to check (e.g., '80'); required. |
Output data
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
result | A yes/no indicator showing whether the connection was successful (true) or failed (false). |