ENDPOINT NOTESWhat a successful check means ↗
A successful web check confirms that one request reached an endpoint and received the expected response. …
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Response time is more than distance ↗
A web request can include name resolution, connection setup, encryption and application processing. The m…
Why the hostname matters ↗
An HTTPS certificate identifies the names for which it was issued. Your browser checks that the name in t…
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