Is 'Cross-Zone Load Balancing' enabled by default for a Network Load Balancer?

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Correct Answer: No, it is disabled by default to minimize inter-AZ data transfer costs

For NLB, Cross-Zone is an optional feature. Note that ALB has it enabled by default....

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Is 'Cross-Zone Load Balancing' enabled by default for a Network Load Balancer?

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Correct Answer

No, it is disabled by default to minimize inter-AZ data transfer costs

Why This Answer Is Correct

For NLB, Cross-Zone is an optional feature. Note that ALB has it enabled by default.

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This question evaluates your knowledge of Network Load Balancer — a core concept tested in AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03). Understanding Network Load Balancer is essential for designing scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures. Mastery of this topic will help you answer scenario-based questions confidently on exam day.