# The Smart Guide to AWS Traffic Routing with ALB, NLB, and GWLB

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Podcast: [The Business Compass LLC Podcasts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-business-compass-llc-podcasts-7078188)
Published: 2026-06-18T04:45:19+00:00
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## Resource

If you’ve ever stared at the AWS console trying to figure out which load balancer to pick, you’re not alone. Choosing between AWS load balancer types — ALB, NLB, and GWLB — is one of those decisions that can make or break how your application handles real-world traffic.

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