Load Balancing

Load balancing, in terms of computer networking, is a method of distributing workload across two or more resources. Load balancing can refer to distributing workload across computers, drives, servers and other computing resources.

Spreading user requests and tasks across multiple devices affords a network protection from failure due to overload or attack. A load balancing protocol can enable each server to work at an optimal rate.

Load balancing can be achieved through virtual solutions, software solutions, and specialized hardware. Organizations implement load balancing solutions to improve and protect their network performance. These solutions assist in prevention of traffic bottlenecks, downtime and DDoS/DoS attacks. Depending on the organization and system in question, the load balancing solution can take many forms. Popular forms of load balancing include Session Initiation Protocol, web server, and link load. Through the correct implementation of these load balancing initiatives, an organization can manage their online presence while providing uninterrupted service and optimal performance to users.