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What is Horizontal Scaling

Emerging Trends in Cloud Computing Analytics, Scalability, and Service Models
Horizontal scaling, also known as scaling out, involves adding more identical resources, such as servers, to distribute the load and enhance performance.
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Mastering Cloud Scalability: Strategies, Challenges, and Future Directions: Navigating Complexities of Scaling in Digital Era
Kaushikkumar Patel (TransUnion LLC, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-0900-1.ch008
Abstract
This chapter takes the reader on a journey through the world of cloud scalability, showing how crucial it is in today's digital world. It starts with the basics and then dives deep into understanding scalability, from how we measure it to new ways of building scalable systems. It also explores the balance between scalability, security, and following the rules. When it comes to real-world problems, the chapter offers practical solutions based on industry knowledge. Finally, it looks to the future, suggesting exciting new areas for research in the ever-changing digital landscape. Whether you're an IT pro, a business leader, or a researcher, this chapter offers valuable insights into the world of cloud scalability.
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Database Systems for Big Data Storage and Retrieval
Database systems based on shared-nothing architecture can be made to accommodate increased workloads by simply adding new nodes that are built from commodity hardware. No other changes are required to the application. Horizontal scaling is also known as scaling out. Also see Vertical Scaling.
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The Potential and Capabilities of NoSQL Databases for ERP Systems
Adding new nodes (servers) to the system to increase the application workload without making any changes to the application.
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