VisualRoute is an extended traceroute tool,
which integrates ping and whois functionalities.
The route of a data package is lodged on a map.
One can view a live demonstration on the internet
on http://www.webhits.de/visualroute/. VisualRoute
is a very user-friendly and informative tool. It
is also entertaining to trace the routes of
individual packages on a map. VisualRoute is easy
to steer and is thus well-suited for beginners.