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Changing the Default Terminal to Terminator on Ubuntu

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Terminator is a powerful tool for developers, allowing you to manage multiple terminal sessions in a single window. Features like splitting panes, tabs, and simultaneous input can significantly boost your productivity. Step 1: Install Terminator First, install Terminator using the apt package manager. sudo apt update sudo apt install terminator -y The -y option automatically answers 'yes' to any prompts during the installation process, streamlining the setup. Step 2: Set as the System Default Ubuntu uses a utility called update-alternatives to manage default applications. We'll use this tool to change the default terminal emulator ( x-terminal-emulator ) to Terminator. Run the Configuration Command Enter the following command in your terminal. A list of available terminals will appear. sudo update-alternatives --config x-terminal-emulator Select Terminator From the resulting list, enter the selection number corresponding to terminator and press Enter. ...
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The difference between Rate Limiting and Throttling in an API Gateway

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While "Rate Limiting" and "Throttling" are often used interchangeably in some contexts, they have distinct nuances. Rate Limiting: This defines how many requests a client can make in a specific timeframe . If the user exceeds this limit, their requests will be denied. This limit is typically set for short durations (e.g., per minute, per hour). For example, if an API allows a user 1,000 requests per hour, that's rate limiting. Throttling: Throttling dynamically regulates the speed or rate of requests to ensure that the system doesn't get overwhelmed. Throttling is introduced to maintain the overall health and performance of a system , ensuring service continuity even during spikes or unexpected surges in traffic. For example, if more requests arrive at the server than it can handle, throttling would slow down the acceptance of incoming requests to prevent overloading. In summary, "Rate Limiting" ensures that a user or client doesn't exceed a s...
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