Global Load Balancing Using GSS and ACE

A server load-balancing solution using ACE can perform load-balancing of servers within a data center location. In case of multiple data centers, a global server load-balancing (GSLB) solution is required. The Cisco Global Site Selector (GSS) allows you to leverage global content deployment across multiple distributed and mirrored data center locations. The GSS provides optimized site selection for the clients. It improves Domain Name System (DNS) responsiveness, and ensures data center availability.

The GSS is inserted into the traditional DNS routing hierarchy and is closely integrated with the Cisco ACE to monitor the health and load of the services provided by the ACE in your data centers. The GSS ...

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