Monitor Type Field
The Monitor Type field identifies the monitoring service that you would like to receive. Each monitoring service provides a different set of features and capabilities. They are also priced differently. Some monitor types may not be available to your account or require AlertBot to add them. You can contact sales@alertbot.com if you are interested in a monitor type listed that isn't available for you to setup.
The following is a list of different monitor types AlertBot offers along with a brief description:
Server Standard - Performs ICMP Ping as well as device port testing. This can be used to test any device accessible to the public internet along with specific ports.
Website Standard - Tests Web Pages simulating a real user and has the ability to test simple forms using the POST functions.
Web Transaction Basic/Standard/Custom - This monitor launches a real web browser when testing and allows you to test a multiple step process like logging into an application or testing a checkout process. These processes are first recorded using the AlertBot Recorder. The difference between Basic, Standard, and Custom is the number of steps provided. The Basic is up to 5, Standard up to 10, and the Custom is 11+.
Transaction Page - Test Web Pages similarly to the Website Standard. The big difference is the Transaction Page Monitor launches a Real Web Browser when testing exactly like a real user. This provides an additional level of testing an gives you the most accurate performance data.
Transaction Form - This Monitor is designed for simple forms or logins. The monitor is similar to the Web Transaction Monitors but only gives you two steps.
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Updated on: 10/06/2022
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