Networking
Egress
Egress is traffic leaving a defined network, resource, or administrative boundary. The boundary matters: internet, cross-region, and cross-zone transfers may be treated differently by routing rules, security controls, and provider billing.
Also known as: outbound traffic
Why it matters
Outbound data paths affect both connectivity policy and network spending.
Practical example
Measure image uploads and artifact transfers when estimating outbound traffic from a runner fleet.
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