CAP Theorem Limitations

The CAP Theorem states that in a distributed data system, you can only guarantee two of the following three properties at the same time: Consistency (all nodes see the same data), Availability (every request receives a response), and Partition Tolerance (the system continues to function despite network failures). This means that if a network issue arises, a system must choose between being consistent or available and can’t achieve both. This limitation affects how data is managed across different servers and influences the design of systems based on the priorities of the application.