In the context of API rate limiting, what does 'Throttling' refer to?
- Disabling API access temporarily
- Ignoring rate limits for specific clients
- Increasing the server capacity
- Limiting the speed of incoming requests
Throttling in the context of API rate limiting refers to limiting the speed of incoming requests from a client. It involves controlling the rate at which requests are processed to prevent overloading the server and ensure fair usage among all clients.
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