title: Difference between load and spike testing
body: <p>How is a load test different from a Spike test, Considering the below scenarios.</p>
  
  <p>Load test: Using an automation tool(JMeter in my case) I create a load of 1000 virtual users loaded in 1 sec(ramp up period).</p>
  
  <p>Spike test: Using an automation tool(JMeter in my case) I create a continuous load of 400 virtual users loaded every 1 sec and a spike load of 600 virtual users loaded in 1 sec at a certain point in time.</p>
  
  <p>When there is a spike load induced is it not the same as a load test described?</p>
  
  <p>So my point is what is the need of a spike test if load tests can be carried out continuously at varied load conditions?</p>
  
  <p>Test scenario:
  Application tested : Website.
  Automation tool : Jmeter.
  Speed of internet used while testing: 3 MBPS.</p>
  
  <p>I`m thanking you all in advance.</p>