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Load Balancers: Page 3 of 5

Should you go with a software- or hardware-based load balancer? We give you the lowdown on selecting the right one for your organization.
August 27, 2004

Don't forget to factor in the cost of hardware for a software solution. When you add up the costs for the hardware, operating system and load-balancing software, you might find you're spending as much as for a hardware solution. If so, you may need to consider a lower-cost hardware load balancer instead.


Gotchas
  • SSL certificates come with an annual cost, so be sure to budget for them.
  • Many products offer a limited number of secure connections and cost more to support higher volumes.
  • You'll need to learn how to manage the product.

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