What is Buffer Bloat in network switches?

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What is Buffer Bloat? Buffer bloat refers to excessive data buffering within network devices such as routers or switches. These devices utilize buffers to hold incoming and outgoing data packets temporarily. However, when these buffers become overfilled due to congestion or mismatches in data transfer speeds, it increases latency and reduces network performance. How Does … Read more