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network_ping

Check network connectivity and measure latency by pinging a hostname or IP address. Configure the number of pings to test connection reliability.

Instructions

Ping a host to check connectivity and measure latency (default: 4 pings).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
hostYesHostname or IP address
countNoNumber of pings (default: 4)
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the default number of pings (4), which is useful context, but it lacks details on permissions needed, error handling, output format, or rate limits. For a network diagnostic tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence with no wasted words. It is front-loaded with the core purpose and includes a key detail (default pings) without unnecessary elaboration.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's moderate complexity (network diagnostic with 2 parameters) and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It covers the basic purpose and a default value, but lacks details on behavioral traits, usage context, and output expectations, which are important for effective tool invocation.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters (host and count) with descriptions. The description adds the default value for count, which provides some extra context, but it does not elaborate on parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides. Baseline 3 is appropriate when schema does the heavy lifting.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('ping') and resource ('a host'), and it distinguishes the tool from siblings by specifying its unique function of checking connectivity and measuring latency. This is distinct from other network tools like network_dns_lookup or network_traceroute.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention any prerequisites, exclusions, or specific contexts for usage, leaving the agent to infer based on the purpose alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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