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Load Balancing Fundamentals

7 Units34 Lessons
Unit 1

Basics

What is Load Balancing?
Key Components of Load Balancing
Benefits of Load Balancing
Simple Load Balancing Setup Project
Unit 2

Reverse Proxy

Introduction to Reverse Proxies in Load Balancing
How Reverse Proxies Distribute Traffic
Advantages of Reverse Proxies for Scalability
Common Configurations for Reverse Proxies
Real-World Reverse Proxy Implementation Project
Unit 3

Load Balancing Algorithms

How Round-Robin Algorithm Works
Real-World Algorithm Selection Project
Least Connections and Other Dynamic Algorithms
Overview of Common Load Balancing Algorithms
Comparing Algorithm Performance
Unit 4

Configuration and Setup

Software-Based Load Balancer Setup
Hardware Considerations in Configuration
Testing Configurations for Reliability
Basic Configuration Principles
Real-World Load Balancer Deployment Project
Unit 5

Monitoring and Optimization

Troubleshooting Common Issues
Tools for Monitoring Load Balancing
Key Metrics to Track
Optimization Strategies
Real-World Optimization Project
Unit 6

Security in Load Balancing

Security Threats in Load Balancing
Implementing SSL and Encryption
Real-World Secure Load Balancing Project
Advanced Security Best Practices
Access Control and Firewall Integration
Unit 7

Scalability and Performance

Handling High-Traffic Scenarios
Real-World Scalability Implementation Project
Future Trends in Load Balancing
Performance Tuning Methods
Scaling Load Balancing Systems
Unit 6•Chapter 2

Implementing SSL and Encryption

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What is the primary purpose of the SSL handshake?

Which encryption algorithm is commonly used in SSL?

How does SSL ensure data integrity?

What role does a CA play in SSL implementation?

In SSL, what is the function of the pre-master secret?

What is the default key exchange algorithm in TLS 1.3?

How does a man-in-the-middle attack undermine SSL?

What ensures forward secrecy in modern encryption?

How does TLS verify data integrity?

What is the purpose of the Pre-Master Secret in SSL?

What is the primary purpose of forward secrecy in SSL/TLS?

Which algorithm is used for key exchange in modern TLS?

What does AEAD provide in TLS encryption?

In TLS 1.3, which cipher suite is preferred?

What vulnerability does SSL 3.0 have that TLS fixes?

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