NET HELP STATISTICS: displays the statistics log for the local Workstation or Server service. Used without parameters, NET STATISTICS displays the se ...

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The syntax of this command is:


NET STATISTICS 
[WORKSTATION | SERVER] 

NET STATISTICS displays the statistics log for the local Workstation or
Server service. Used without parameters, NET STATISTICS displays 
the services for which statistics are available.

SERVER       Displays the Server service statistics.
WORKSTATION  Displays the Workstation service statistics.

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The `NET STATISTICS` command on the Windows command line is used to display various statistics for a computer or a server. Here are examples of using this command: Example 1: Viewing general statistics for workstation and server

net statistics

Description: This command displays general statistics for the workstation and server, including total uptime and the number of bytes received and sent. Example 2: View session statistics for the server

net statistics server

Description: Specific statistics for the server are displayed here, including the number of failed login attempts, the number of accepted sessions, and other relevant information. Example 3: Viewing Workstation Statistics

net statistics workstation

Description: This command displays statistics for the workstation, including the number of bytes received and sent, the number of successful and failed login attempts, and other relevant information. Example 4: View detailed session statistics

net statistics session

Description: Detailed statistics about active sessions on the server are displayed here, including information about username, session ID, and session duration. Example 5: Viewing statistics for the network card

net statistics workstation

Description: This command displays statistics for the workstation's network card, including the number of bytes received and sent, as well as other relevant information. Example 6: View log statistics

net statistics server /smb

Description: Statistics for the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol are displayed here, including information about SMB packets sent and received. Please note that the exact command options may vary depending on your system configuration. Use `NET STATISTICS /?`, `NET STATISTICS SERVER /?`, `NET STATISTICS WORKSTATION /?`, `NET STATISTICS SESSION /?`, `NET STATISTICS SMB /?`, etc. in the command prompt to get the specific options and check syntax details for your version of Windows.

When using the `NET STATISTICS` command on the Windows command line, there are a few important points to keep in mind: 1. Administrative Privileges: The `NET STATISTICS` command requires administrative privileges. Make sure you open Command Prompt as an administrator to have full access to the statistics. 2. Availability of Statistics: Not all statistics are available on every system. Some statistics can only be viewed on server versions of Windows. Use `NET STATISTICS /?` to check the available options for your specific version of Windows. 3. Security Considerations: Some statistics may contain security-related information. Make sure you are authorized to view this information and follow privacy policies. 4. Consistency of Data: The data displayed in the statistics may vary and depends on the activity on the system. It is important to interpret the data in the context of current system usage. 5. Interpretation of Statistics: Understand the meaning of each statistical parameter. Especially when viewing detailed statistics, such as session statistics or log statistics, you should understand the parameters to correctly interpret the information. 6. Network Connectivity: Some statistics relate to network activity. Ensure network connectivity is reliable to obtain accurate data. 7. Active Sessions: When viewing detailed session statistics, ensure that there are enough active sessions to provide meaningful data. 8. Version Compatibility: Note that the availability of certain statistics options and the behavior of the command may vary depending on the version of Windows. Make sure your commands are compatible with the specific version of the operating system. 9. Currency of Data: Note that the statistics shown are snapshots of activity. Specialized tools may be required for real-time monitoring or more detailed analysis. 10. Logging: When using statistics for diagnostic purposes, ensure that you enable appropriate logging mechanisms to ensure the integrity of the data. By keeping these points in mind, you can use the `NET STATISTICS` command effectively and safely.