$ Linux Command

Network

fping

Ping multiple hosts efficiently.

networkconnectivityadmin

Additional Notes

fping is a network command used to ping multiple hosts efficiently. Unlike ping, it can send ICMP probes to multiple targets in parallel and reports results as they arrive. It is ideal for monitoring or scanning subnets.

Syntax

fping [options] host ...

Parameters

  • options: Flags that change how fping behaves.
  • targets: One or more hostnames or IP addresses to ping.

Common Options

  • --help: Show command help when supported.
  • --version: Show version information when supported.

Examples

fping --help
man fping

Practical Notes

Options can vary by distribution and package version. Use man fping, fping --help, or the package documentation for exact syntax.