Module 5 - Performance Sample Testing - Part 5A
Performance testing tools include the following types of tool to support performance testing.
Q1: What are the 3 types of tool to support performance testing.
i: Load Generators
ii: Performance Tool
iii: Load Management Console
iv: Log Analysis Tool
v: Monitoring Tool
Select one Option
A: I, ii, iii
B: i, ii, v
C: I, iii, v
D: ii, iv, v
C: I, iii, v
3 Types of Tool Support are:
- 1: Load Generators
- 2: Load Management Console
- 3: Monitoring Tool
Q2: What is Load Generators
Select one Option
A: The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator
B: It is used to Load Profiles for developers
C: it runs concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system.
D Through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile.
D Through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile.
Load Generators
The generator, through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile. Creating multiple instances in short periods of time will cause load on a system under test. The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
When executing performance tests the objective of the load generator is to mimic the real world as much as is practical. This often means that user requests coming from various locations are needed, not just from the testing location. Environments that are set up with multiple points of presence will distribute where the load is originating from so that it is not all coming from a single network. This provides realism to the test, though it can sometimes skew results if intermediate network hops create delays.
Q3: What is Load Management Console
Select one Option
A: The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator
B: It is used to Load Profiles for developers
C: it runs concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system.
D Through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile.
A: The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator
Load Management Console
The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s). The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator. The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
Q4: What is Monitoring Tool
Select one Option
A: The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator
B: It is used to Load Profiles for developers
C: it runs concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system.
D Through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile.
C: it runs concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system.
Monitoring Tool
Monitoring tools run concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system. Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space. Monitoring tools can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance
degradation in a system under test and may also be used to monitor a production environment when the product is released. During performance test execution monitors may also be used on the load generator itself.
Q5 : Which of the following describes a Load Generator
Select one Option
A: It can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s). The
D: It is used is to mimic the real world as much as is practical.
D: It is used is to mimic the real world as much as is practical.
Load Generators
The generator, through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile. Creating multiple instances in short periods of time will cause load on a system under test. The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
When executing performance tests the objective of the load generator is to mimic the real world as much as is practical. This often means that user requests coming from various locations are needed, not just from the testing location. Environments that are set up with multiple points of presence will distribute where the load is originating from so that it is not all coming from a single network. This provides realism to the test, though it can sometimes skew results if intermediate network hops create delays.
Q6 : Which of the following describes a Load Management Console
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
D: It can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
Load Management Console
The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s). The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator. The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
Q7 : Which of the following describes a Monitoring Tool
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s). The
D: It can be used to monitor all events
D: ii, iv
Test Implementation
In the implementation phase, performance test cases are ordered into performance test procedures. These performance test procedures should reflect the steps normally taken by the user and other functional activities that are to be covered during performance testing.
Q8 : Which of the following describes a Load Management Console
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
D: It can be used to monitor all events
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
Load Management Console
The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s). The console also aggregates metrics from the various transactions that are defined within the load instances used by the generator. The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
Q9 : Which of the following describes a Monitoring Tool
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
D: It can be used to monitor all events
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
Monitoring Tool
Monitoring tools run concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system. Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space. Monitoring tools can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance degradation in a system under test and may also be used to monitor a production environment when the product is released. During performance test execution monitors may also be used on the load generator itself.
Q10 : Which of the following describes a Load Generator
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
D The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
D The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
Load Generators
The generator, through an IDE, script editor or tool suite, is able to create and execute multiple client instances that simulate user behavior according to a defined operational profile. Creating multiple instances in short periods of time will cause load on a system under test. The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
When executing performance tests the objective of the load generator is to mimic the real world as much as is practical. This often means that user requests coming from various locations are needed, not just from the testing location. Environments that are set up with multiple points of presence will distribute where the load is originating from so that it is not all coming from a single network. This provides realism to the test, though it can sometimes skew results if intermediate network hops create delays.
Q11 : Which of the following describes a Monitoring Tool
Select one Option
A: The console enables reports and graphs from the test executions to be viewed and supports results analysis.
B: Monitoring tools can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance degradation in a system
C: The load management console provides the control to start and stop the load generator(s).
D The generator creates the load and also collects metrics for later reporting.
B: Monitoring tools can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance degradation in a system
Monitoring Tool
Monitoring tools run concurrently with the component or system under test and supervise, record and/or analyze the behavior of the component or system. Typical components which are monitored include web server queues, system memory and disk space. Monitoring tools can effectively support the root cause analysis of performance degradation in a system under test and may also be used to monitor a production environment when the product is released. During performance test execution monitors may also be used on the load generator itself.
Q12: What are the 3 types of License models
i: Traditional seat/site based license with full ownership
ii: Performance Tool
iii: open source licenses
iv: Log Analysis Tool
v: a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model,
Select one Option
A: I, ii, iii
B: i, ii, v
C: i, iii, v
D: ii, iv, v
C: I, iii, v
License models for performance test tools include the traditional seat/site based license with full ownership, a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model, and open source licenses which are free to use in a defined environment or through cloud-based offerings. Each model implies a different cost structure and may include ongoing maintenance. What is clear is that for any tool selected, understanding how that tool works (through training and/or self-study) will require time and budget.
Q13 : Which of the following describes a traditional seat/site based license with full ownership
Select one Option
A: Client have full right and is based at client site
B: You pay as you go
C: It is an open source
D: Client have some right to the client site
A: Client have full right and is based at client site
License models for performance test tools include the traditional seat/site based license with full ownership, a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model, and open source licenses which are free to use in a defined environment or through cloud-based offerings. Each model implies a different cost structure and may include ongoing maintenance. What is clear is that for any tool selected, understanding how that tool works (through training and/or self-study) will require time and budget.
Q14 : Which of the following describes an Open Source licence
Select one Option
A: You make payment monthly
B: You pay as you go
C: It is free to use
D: Client have some right to the client site
C: It is free to use
License models for performance test tools include the traditional seat/site based license with full ownership, a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model, and open source licenses which are free to use in a defined environment or through cloud-based offerings. Each model implies a different cost structure and may include ongoing maintenance. What is clear is that for any tool selected, understanding how that tool works (through training and/or self-study) will require time and budget.
Q15 : Which of the following describes as a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model,
Select one Option
A: You make payment monthly
B: You pay for what you use
C: It is free to use
D: Client have some right to the client site
B: You pay for what you use
License models for performance test tools include the traditional seat/site based license with full ownership, a cloud-based pay-as-you-go license model, and open source licenses which are free to use in a defined environment or through cloud-based offerings. Each model implies a different cost structure and may include ongoing maintenance. What is clear is that for any tool selected, understanding how that tool works (through training and/or self-study) will require time and budget.
Q16: Select the factors that should be considered when selecting a performance testing tool:
i: Scalability
ii: Performance Tool
iii: Compatibility
iv: Understandability
v: Monitoring
Select one Option
A: I, ii, iii, iv
B: i, iii, iv, v
C: i, ii, iii, v
D: ii, iii, iv, v
B: i, iii, iv, v
1: Compatibility
2: Scalability
3: Understandability
4: Monitoring
Q17: Select the facorrs that should be considere in Compatinblity when it comes to
Select one Option
A: You make payment monthly
B: You pay for what you use
C: It is free to use
D: Client have some right to the client site
B: You pay for what you use
Q18: What is the significance of considering protocols in performance tool selection within an organization?
A: It helps in determining the compatibility of the tool with the organization’s systems
B: It ensures the tool’s effectiveness in load testing
C: It assists in evaluating the cost-effectiveness of the tool
D: It determines the availability of technical support for the tool
A: It helps in determining the compatibility of the tool with the organization’s systems
Compatibility
In general a tool is selected for the organization and not only for a project. This means considering the following factors in the organization:
1: Protocols: As described in Section 4.2.1, protocols are a very important aspect to performance tool selection.
Understanding which protocols a system uses and which of these will be tested will provide necessary information in order to evaluate the appropriate test tool.
2: Interfaces to external components: Interfaces to software components or other tools may need to be considered as part of the complete integration requirements to meet process or other inter-operability requirements (e.g., integration in the CI process).
3: Platforms: Compatibility with the platforms (and their versions) within an organization is essential. This applies to the platforms used to host the tools and the platforms with which the tools interact for monitoring and/or load generation.
Q19: What is one of the key factors to consider regarding scalability in performance testing tools?
- a) The number of test cases supported by the tool
- b) The tool’s compatibility with various operating systems
- c) The total number of concurrent user simulations the tool can handle
- d) The availability of technical support for the tool
a)The number of test cases supported by the tool
Scalability
Another factor to consider is the total number of concurrent user simulations the tool can handle. This will include several factors:
1: Maximum number of licenses required
2: Load generation workstation/server configuration requirements
3: Ability to generate load from multiple points of presence (e.g., distributed servers)
Q20: Why is the level of technical knowledge needed to use a testing tool important?
- a) It determines the popularity of the tool among developers
- b) It ensures accurate interpretation of test results
- c) It increases the cost of tool implementation
- d) It determines the physical size of the tool
b) It ensures accurate interpretation of test results
Understandability
Another factor to consider is the level of technical knowledge needed to use the tool. This is often overlooked and can lead to unskilled testers incorrectly configuring tests, which in turn provide inaccurate results. For testing requiring complex scenarios and a high level of programmability and customization, teams should ensure that the tester has the necessary skills, background, and training.
Q21: What questions should be answered to determine if a monitoring tool will provide the required monitoring for a project?
- a) Is the tool cost-effective?
- b) Is the monitoring provided by the tool sufficient?
- c) Is the tool compatible with various operating systems?
- d) Is the tool easy to install?
b) Is the monitoring provided by the tool sufficient?
Monitoring
Is the monitoring provided by the tool sufficient? Are there other monitoring tools available in the environment that can be used to supplement the monitoring by the tool? Can the monitoring be correlated to the defined transactions? All of these questions must be answered to determine if the tool will provide the monitoring required by the project.
When monitoring is a separate program/tools/whole stack then it can be used to monitor production environment when the product is released.
Q22: Why is understanding interfaces to external components important in tool selection?
- a) It ensures the tool’s compatibility with various programming languages
- b) It helps in assessing the tool’s integration capabilities with other software components or tools
- c) It determines the tool’s user interface design
- d) It assists in evaluating the tool’s licensing agreements
b: It helps in assessing the tool’s integration capabilities with other software components or tools
Compatibility
In general a tool is selected for the organization and not only for a project. This means considering the following factors in the organization:
1: Protocols: As described in Section 4.2.1, protocols are a very important aspect to performance tool selection.
Understanding which protocols a system uses and which of these will be tested will provide necessary information in order to evaluate the appropriate test tool.
2: Interfaces to external components: Interfaces to software components or other tools may need to be considered as part of the complete integration requirements to meet process or other inter-operability requirements (e.g., integration in the CI process).
3: Platforms: Compatibility with the platforms (and their versions) within an organization is essential. This applies to the platforms used to host the tools and the platforms with which the tools interact for monitoring and/or load generation.
Q23: How can teams ensure that testers have the necessary skills, background, and training for using a testing tool effectively?
- a) By outsourcing testing tasks to specialized firms
- b) By providing comprehensive training and resources
- c) By limiting access to the testing tool
- d) By using automated testing exclusively
B: By providing comprehensive training and resources
Understandability
Another factor to consider is the level of technical knowledge needed to use the tool. This is often overlooked and can lead to unskilled testers incorrectly configuring tests, which in turn provide inaccurate results. For testing requiring complex scenarios and a high level of programmability and customization, teams should ensure that the tester has the necessary skills, background, and training.
Q24: How can the effectiveness of monitoring be assessed in relation to the defined transactions?
a) By comparing the number of users to the system’s CPU usage
b) By monitoring the network bandwidth usage
c) By correlating the monitored metrics with the transactions defined for the system
d) By measuring the tool’s installation time
C: By correlating the monitored metrics with the transactions defined for the system
Monitoring
Is the monitoring provided by the tool sufficient? Are there other monitoring tools available in the environment that can be used to supplement the monitoring by the tool? Can the monitoring be correlated to the defined transactions? All of these questions must be answered to determine if the tool will provide the monitoring required by the project.
When monitoring is a separate program/tools/whole stack then it can be used to monitor production environment when the product is released.
Q25: How does considering compatibility with platforms contribute to organizational efficiency?
a) It reduces the need for staff training on different platforms
b) It ensures seamless integration of the tool into the organization’s existing infrastructure
c) It increases the cost of tool implementation
d) It limits the scalability of the organization’s systems
b: It ensures seamless integration of the tool into the organization’s existing infrastructure
Compatibility
In general a tool is selected for the organization and not only for a project. This means considering the following factors in the organization:
1: Protocols: As described in Section 4.2.1, protocols are a very important aspect to performance tool selection.
Understanding which protocols a system uses and which of these will be tested will provide necessary information in order to evaluate the appropriate test tool.
2: Interfaces to external components: Interfaces to software components or other tools may need to be considered as part of the complete integration requirements to meet process or other inter-operability requirements (e.g., integration in the CI process).
3: Platforms: Compatibility with the platforms (and their versions) within an organization is essential. This applies to the platforms used to host the tools and the platforms with which the tools interact for monitoring and/or load generation.
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