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Load Balancing Algorithms

The document discusses several common load balancing algorithms: Round Robin distributes requests equally among servers; Least Connections assigns requests to the server with the fewest active connections; Weighted Round Robin assigns weights to servers based on capacity; Least Response Time directs traffic to the fastest server; and Randomized Load Balancing distributes requests randomly. It explains that selecting the proper algorithm depends on system requirements, and understanding the algorithms helps optimize performance and resource use.

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Load Balancing Algorithms

The document discusses several common load balancing algorithms: Round Robin distributes requests equally among servers; Least Connections assigns requests to the server with the fewest active connections; Weighted Round Robin assigns weights to servers based on capacity; Least Response Time directs traffic to the fastest server; and Randomized Load Balancing distributes requests randomly. It explains that selecting the proper algorithm depends on system requirements, and understanding the algorithms helps optimize performance and resource use.

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Load Balancing Algorithms

Introduction
Load balancing is a crucial aspect of distributed systems and networks, ensuring optimal
resource utilization and performance. Various load balancing algorithms are employed to
distribute incoming network tra<ic or computational load across multiple servers. This
document explores some commonly used load balancing algorithms.
Round Robin
Description: The Round Robin algorithm distributes incoming requests equally among the
available servers in a circular manner.
Advantages:
• Simplicity and ease of implementation.
• Uniform distribution of load.
Disadvantages:
• May not consider server load or capacity.
Least Connections
Description: The Least Connections algorithm assigns a new request to the server with the
fewest active connections.
Advantages:
• Balances load based on server capacity.
• Suitable for long-lived connections.
Disadvantages:
• Complexity increases with dynamic connection states.
Weighted Round Robin
Description: Weighted Round Robin assigns di<erent weights to servers based on their
capacity. Servers with higher weights receive more requests.
Advantages:
• Allows administrators to prioritize servers.
• Better resource utilization.
Disadvantages:
• Requires accurate weight assignment.
Least Response Time
Description: The Least Response Time algorithm directs tra<ic to the server with the
fastest response time.
Advantages:
• Considers server performance.
• Improves overall response time.
Disadvantages:
• Requires continuous monitoring of server response times.
Randomized Load Balancing
Description: Randomized Load Balancing distributes requests randomly among available
servers.
Advantages:
• Simplicity and unpredictability.
• Can be useful for certain scenarios.
Disadvantages:
• May result in uneven distribution.
Conclusion
Selecting the appropriate load balancing algorithm depends on the specific requirements
and characteristics of the system. Understanding these algorithms enables administrators
to make informed decisions to optimize performance and resource utilization.

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