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Load Balancers: Page 5 of 5

Consider adding other security features to protect your Web servers from attack. Most load balancers offer protection against denial of service attacks, but if you choose a Layer 7-capable product from suppliers like Coyote Point, Foundry, Zeus or NetScaler, you can also set them to protect your Web servers against such virus outbreaks as CodeRed or Nimda.

Weighing in the cost and ease of configuration and management is essential when choosing a load-balancing product. The prices aren't cheap, but if your business relies on your Web presence, the potential cost of downtime is much worse.