What is Load Balancer?
A system that distributes incoming traffic across multiple servers to prevent any one from being overwhelmed
Why It Matters
Load balancers keep your site running smoothly during traffic spikes and improve reliability
Real-World Example
During a sale, a load balancer sends customers to different servers so no single one crashes
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Related Terms
Server
A computer that runs continuously to handle requests, store data, and serve your application to users
Uptime
The percentage of time your application is available and working
Scalability
Your application's ability to handle growth in users, data, or traffic
Serverless
A way to run code without managing your own servers, where the cloud provider handles everything
Edge Functions
Code that runs on servers close to your users around the world, rather than in one central location
Domain
The human-readable web address people type to visit your website, like '13labs.com.au'