What is a Content Delivery Network? (CDN)
Apr15
A Content Delivery Network (CDN), also known as Content Distribution Network, is a system of interconnected servers based in different locations. Its role is to facilitate more efficient content delivery: it presents users with cached online content from the nearest network server instead of fresh content. By decreasing the amount of time required for users to receive rich media and content, a CDN can significantly enhance web performance. The majority of web traffic is served by CDNs today, including giants like Netflix and Facebook. Why do so many website owners use a CDN? Website owners and brands use Content Delivery…
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