Rate limiting is essential for API security and performance, requiring precise control over request volumes to prevent abuse. Different algorithms like Token Bucket, Leaky Bucket, Sliding Window Log, and Sliding Window Counter offer varying levels of accuracy and complexity, suitable for diverse traffic patterns and system constraints.
This approach ensures that APIs can handle bursts gracefully while maintaining long-term fairness and preventing backend overload, crucial for high-throughput services and sensitive operations.
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