Network Load Balancer

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Definition

AWS's ultra-high performance Layer 4 load balancer that handles millions of requests per second with ultra-low latency. Like an express highway toll plaza that processes cars at lightning speed.

Real-World Example

A gaming company uses Network Load Balancer to handle millions of player connections with minimal lag, routing traffic based on IP and port.

Cloud Provider Equivalencies

All these services provide high-performance load balancing at Layer 4, handling large volumes of traffic with low latency. They differ in integration with their respective cloud ecosystems and specific features.

AWS
Network Load Balancer
AZ
Azure Load Balancer
GCP
Cloud Load Balancing
OCI
OCI Load Balancer

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