Managing Network Congestion refers to the process of controlling and reducing excessive data traffic in a network to maintain smooth and efficient communication. It involves techniques such as traffic shaping, policing, queuing, and load balancing to regulate data flow. Network congestion occurs when demand exceeds available bandwidth, leading to delays, packet loss, and reduced performance. By managing congestion, network administrators ensure that critical applications receive sufficient resources. It improves overall network stability, responsiveness, and user experience. This process is essential in enterprise networks, cloud environments, and high-traffic systems to maintain consistent performance under heavy load conditions.
