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When building on AWS, managing traffic efficiently is a core requirement. Whether you're deploying a web application, a streaming service, or a high-frequency trading system, load balancing ensures high availability, fault tolerance, and performance....

Aug 1, 2025 · 5 min read · shourya-jazz.hashnode.dev  
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