Rest API - Rate Limiting and Throttling
In the token bucket algorithm, what happens when the bucket is full and new tokens are added?
In the token bucket algorithm, what happens when the bucket is full and new tokens are added?
easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand bucket capacity in token bucket algorithm
The bucket has a maximum capacity for tokens.Step 2: What happens when bucket is full?
If the bucket is full, any new tokens generated are discarded to avoid overflow.Final Answer:
New tokens are discarded -> Option BQuick Check:
Full bucket discards new tokens [OK]
Quick Trick: Tokens don't overflow bucket capacity; extras are dropped [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Assuming bucket size grows
- Replacing old tokens
- Changing refill rate automatically
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