CAP Theorem
The CAP theorem states that a distributed system can only provide two of three guarantees simultaneously:
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CAP Theorem Explained
Learning Objectives
- •Understand CAP theorem implications
- •Compare consistency models
- •Make informed trade-off decisions
Lesson Outline
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CAP Theorem Explained
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The Three Guarantees
- Consistency (C): Every read receives the most recent write
- Availability (A): Every request receives a response (success/failure)
- Partition Tolerance (P): System continues operating despite network partitions
CAP Trade-offs in Practice
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Consistency Models
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