Load Balancing Techniques in Cloud Computing: Extensive Review

Abstract

It has become difficult to handle traditional networks because of extensive network developments and an increase in the number of network users, and also because of new technologies like cloud computing and big data. Traditional networks are experiencing an increase in VM load and in the time taken for processing tasks. Hence, it has become essential to modify the traditional network architecture. A notion called Load balancing techniques that increases the conformance of network management was presented recently to deal with this problem. The critical need for load balancing emerges due to network resources limitations and requirements fulfillment that facilitates traffic distribution through various resources to enhance the efficiency and reliability of network resources. This task has been carried out by several researchers before, who have presented various algorithms with their benefits and shortcomings. The focus of this research is on the notion of cloud computing load balancing and on the advantages and disadvantages of a chosen load balancing algorithm. Furthermore, it examines the metrics and issues of these algorithms.