Local Communication
Local communication refers to data exchange between processes, threads, or components running on the same physical machine or within a local network, without traversing the public internet. It enables efficient, low-latency interactions in distributed systems, microservices architectures, and multi-process applications. Common implementations include inter-process communication (IPC), local network sockets, and shared memory mechanisms.
Developers should learn local communication techniques when building high-performance applications that require fast data sharing between components, such as microservices in a Kubernetes cluster, desktop applications with multiple processes, or real-time gaming servers. It's essential for reducing latency, improving security by keeping traffic internal, and optimizing resource usage in distributed systems where components are co-located.