Round Robin

Noun · Development

Definitions

  1. A scheduling or load-distribution algorithm that cycles through a list of targets in sequential order, giving each one an equal turn. Used in DNS resolution, load balancers, and CPU time-slicing to distribute work evenly without considering the current load of each target.

    In plain English: A method of taking turns in order, like dealing cards around a table, so everyone gets an equal share of the work.

    Example: "Round-robin DNS spreads traffic across three IPs, but it's oblivious to server health — if one goes down, a third of users still hit it."

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