Elastic Load Balancing

Elastic Load Balancing (ELB) is a service that evenly distributes incoming network traffic across multiple servers or resources. Its goal is to ensure no single server becomes overwhelmed, helping maintain smooth performance and high availability of applications. Think of it like a traffic cop directing cars to different lanes so everyone moves efficiently, even if some lanes are busier than others. ELB automatically adjusts to changing traffic patterns, providing reliable access and preventing outages, making it an essential part of scalable and resilient online services.