Capacity Planning
Capacity Planning |
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Capacity planning for a Web server installation involves determining the current and future needs of the installation, then choosing hardware and software that can meet current estimated needs, but that can also be expanded or upgraded to meet new needs as they arise. Because there are so many variables, and because needs change so rapidly, capacity planning is more of an art than a science, and typically requires an iterative approach.
This section is intended primarily for people who decide what equipment and software to acquire for Web sites, and for site administrators. It explains some aspects of Web server capacity, provides ways to determine where bottlenecks are likely to occur, and shows how much network bandwidth you will need. It also contains a case study that provides insight into large-site issues, many of which can and do arise at smaller sites as well.
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