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      Question

      What is 'load balancing' in the context of server

      infrastructure?
      A Measuring the CPU load of a single server and balancing the CPU load by reducing the number of active processes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Distributing incoming network traffic across multiple servers to ensure no single server is overwhelmed Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Compressing data to reduce server storage and increase accessibility of the data in real time Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Backing up server data across multiple locations so as to ensure that no data loss happens in case of a system failure Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Prioritizing certain users for faster service by considering the load of the requests from the users Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Load balancers distribute client requests across a server pool, improving availability, reliability, and scalability. Algorithms include Round Robin, Least Connections, IP Hash, and Weighted Round Robin. Banks use load balancers for internet banking portals, especially during high traffic periods (salary credit days, tax deadlines).

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