Backend
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Quick Definition
Controlling request frequency within a time period
Full Definition
Controlling the number of requests a client can make within a time period.
Examples
API throttling, DDoS protection, fair usage policies
Related Terms
api-gateway
security
throttling
More Backend Terms
Backend Development
Building server-side logic, databases, and APIs
Server Sent Events
Server-to-client unidirectional real-time updates over HTTP
JWT
Compact secure token for transmitting information
Authentication
Verifying user identity before granting access
gRPC
High-performance RPC framework using Protocol Buffers
Authorization
Determining what resources a user can access