Traffic Manager

intermediate
networking

Definition

Azure DNS-based traffic load balancer for global application availability. Like a traffic director that routes users to the best available data center.

Real-World Example

Global applications use Traffic Manager to automatically route users to the closest healthy endpoint.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traffic Manager?

Azure DNS-based traffic load balancer for global application availability. Like a traffic director that routes users to the best available data center.

How is Traffic Manager used in cloud computing?

Global applications use Traffic Manager to automatically route users to the closest healthy endpoint.

What are related terms to Traffic Manager?

Related concepts include Load Balancing, DNS, Global Distribution. Understanding these connections helps build a comprehensive knowledge of cloud computing concepts.

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