What situation does a slowdown event report?

A slowdown event is specifically designed to report the degradation of speed in an IT component. This typically indicates that the performance of an application or service has decreased, leading to increased response times or delays in processing. Such events are critical for monitoring systems because they can affect user experience and overall system efficiency.

By identifying a slowdown, Dynatrace can help administrators take necessary actions to troubleshoot and optimize the affected components to restore ideal performance levels. Recognizing and addressing these degradation events is essential for maintaining the health of IT services and ensuring they meet performance expectations.