WebLOAD

WebLOAD is a load testing tool developed by RadView Software. It is designed to simulate user load on web applications and servers to identify performance bottlenecks and areas for improvement before a system goes live or during ongoing maintenance.

WebLOAD supports a variety of protocols, including HTTP, HTTPS, XML, SOAP, and others commonly used in web-based systems. It allows users to create realistic load scenarios that mimic actual user behavior, including simulating various types of users, transactions, and data inputs.

Key features typically include:

• Load Generation: Simulates a large number of concurrent users accessing the system under test.
• Test Scripting: Enables the creation of test scripts to define user behavior. Scripting is often done via a graphical user interface and/or programming languages.
• Performance Monitoring: Collects and analyzes performance data, such as response times, throughput, and error rates.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generates reports to visualize performance data and identify bottlenecks. This can include graphical representations of key metrics.
• Integration: Integrates with other monitoring and analysis tools to provide a comprehensive view of system performance.
• Scalability Testing: Evaluates how the system performs under increasing load.
• Stress Testing: Determines the system's breaking point by simulating extreme load conditions.
• Endurance Testing: Tests the system's ability to handle sustained load over a prolonged period.

WebLOAD is often used by software developers, QA engineers, and IT professionals to ensure the scalability and stability of web applications before deployment, and to continuously monitor performance in production environments. Different licensing options exist for different levels of usage and features.