Rate Limiting Explained | Token Bucket vs Leaky Bucket (System Design Made Easy) #RateLimiting

In this video, we break down Rate Limiting and compare the two most important algorithms: Token Bucket and Leaky Bucket.

Leaky Bucket Algorithm
1. Processes requests at a fixed rate
2. Drops excess traffic when capacity is full
3. Ensures smooth and consistent output

Token Bucket Algorithm
1. Adds tokens at a fixed rate
2. Allows burst traffic when tokens are available
3. More flexible for real-world systems

Learn when to use each approach and how they help protect your servers from overload, manage traffic, and improve performance.

We also cover real-world use cases like:
1. API rate limiting
2. Backend system protection
3. Traffic shaping and throttling

Perfect for system design interviews, backend developers, and anyone learning scalable systems.

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