Description: Traffic routing of the load balancer is a fundamental process in network management that allows distributing user requests among multiple servers. This method ensures that no single machine becomes overloaded, which can lead to slow response times or even service outages. By efficiently directing traffic, resource utilization is optimized, availability is improved, and a smoother user experience is guaranteed. Load balancers can operate at different levels of the OSI model, from the application layer to the transport layer, and use various routing strategies, such as round-robin, least connections, or IP hash, to determine how requests are distributed. This routing capability is especially critical in distributed environments, where scalability and resilience are essential for handling traffic spikes and maintaining service continuity. In summary, traffic routing of the load balancer is a key technique that enables organizations to effectively manage their network resources and provide reliable service to their users.
