A method of recording a transaction over a network generally includes staring a recorder, sending a request for information from a computer to an information source over the network to begin the transaction, interacting with the information source over the network to complete the transaction, and stopping the recorder. The recorded transaction is played back and feedback is provided on the recorded transaction. The recorded transaction is configured for use by a data acquisition agent operable to execute the recorded transaction with the information source and collect performance measurements for the transaction.