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Queues vs Streams
Pick the right data pipe
Queues deliver tasks to consumers for work; streams keep ordered event logs for multiple consumers and replays—pick based on processing needs.
- queue
- stream
- ordering
- replay
- fan-out
When to Queue
Use queues for work distribution and load smoothing.
When to Stream
Use streams for event logs, replays, and multiple consumer groups.
Operate
Monitor lag, partitions, and retention; scale consumers appropriately.
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