What is the purpose of request throttling in the Dynatrace API?

Request throttling in the Dynatrace API serves the critical function of preventing excessive resource usage. This is important because APIs can be subject to a high number of requests in a short time, which can lead to server overload and degraded performance. By implementing throttling, Dynatrace ensures that the number of requests sent to the API is controlled, allowing the server to handle them effectively without diminishing performance or reliability. This mechanism protects the system from potential abuse or unintentional overload, ensuring a level of stability for all users of the API.