Setting up and configuring an NLB

Now that you’ve become acquainted with the intricacies of ALBs, it’s time we turn our attention to their high-performing counterparts: NLBs. An NLB is designed to handle millions of requests per second while maintaining ultra-low latencies. This ensures that your system remains resilient and rapid in responding to new demands. However, to truly unlock their potential, you have to ensure they are configured appropriately. In the following sections, you will understand the various steps involved in setting up an NLB. So, let’s delve in and understand the process.

Creating and configuring listeners

Listeners are essential as they wait for new incoming connection requests from clients. They are configured with a protocol and a port for receiving new connections from clients and a destination protocol and port for targets.

Let’s dive into the steps for configuration:

1. Navigate to the Amazon EC2 dashboard: From...