In the fast-paced world of the internet, where every second counts and interruptions are a no-go, imagine a behind-the-scenes wizard making sure everything runs smoothly. That wizard is the Open ...

A practical guide to server load balancing by a Network World reader. Details server load balancing technologies and applications for systems managers. This piece was contributed by a reader. If you ...

Free load balancers present an excellent opportunity to maximize performance without breaking the budget if you're seeking a solid solution to improve the security and efficiency of your network.

A single server setup is where everything runs on one machine—your web application, database, cache, and all business logic.