This module introduces the foundational principles of load balancing and explains how RELIANOID implements and extends them through its Local Service Load Balancing (LSLB) engine. It covers the difference between transport-layer (L4) and application-layer (L7) balancing, the process of creating and managing farms, backend servers, SSL/TLS configuration, and performance monitoring.

Monitoring and analytics are essential components of RELIANOID Enterprise Edition v8, providing visibility into system performance, traffic patterns, and the health of load balancing, security, and network modules. Module 8 equips engineers with the knowledge to leverage statistics, graphs, and alerting mechanisms to maintain high availability, optimize performance, and rapidly troubleshoot issues.

This module covers the core system management capabilities of RELIANOID, including service management, backups, notifications, logs, administrative user settings, license activation, and system recovery options. Proper understanding of these features ensures operational continuity, security, and compliance with organizational policies.