How LARGE websites manage performance & scalability

Ever wondered what it takes to build & manage LARGE websites like Google, Amazon, YouTube?

Here are some case studies:
Got the links from the ACE Team's Blog

Related links:
Dan Pritchett on Architecture at eBay
Randy Shoup on eBay's Architectural Principles

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