Rate limiting is crucial for preventing your service from being overwhelmed by too many requests from single users or bots, which can degrade the experience for others. This post explains 5 common rate limiting algorithms: Token Bucket, Leaky Bucket, Fixed Window Counter, Sliding Window Log, and Sliding Window Counter. Each algorithm has its own set of pros and cons and is suited for different scenarios. Implementing these algorithms can help maintain a smooth and controlled flow of requests, ensuring stability and performance of your service.
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1. Token Bucket2. Leaky Bucket3. Fixed Window Counter4. Sliding Window Log5. Sliding Window Counter1 Comment
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