Why do some data packets, in computer networks, sometimes take longer routes, passing through dozens of servers before reaching their destination, even when the most direct path seems obvious? Is it simply a matter of network congestion, or is there a more complex logic at play, some kind of overarching strategy that protocols apply to maintain a delicate balance in the relentless flow of information?
The Mysterious Journey of Data Packets: Exploring the Hidden Logic of Network Routing
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