What is CDN?

Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a distributed network of servers that work together to deliver content to users based on their geographic location. This helps to reduce latency and improve the loading speed of web pages and applications.

Key Benefits of CDN

  • Improved Performance: CDN delivers content from the server closest to the user, reducing the distance data needs to travel.
  • Scalability: CDNs can handle high traffic volumes without affecting the performance of your website.
  • Security: CDNs can protect your website from DDoS attacks and other cyber threats.

How CDN Works

  1. Content Distribution: When you upload content to your website, it is stored on multiple servers across the CDN network.
  2. Request Routing: When a user requests content, the CDN determines the best server to deliver the content based on the user's location.
  3. Caching: The CDN stores a copy of the content on the user's device, so it can be quickly accessed if the user visits the website again.

CDN Use Cases

  • Media Streaming: CDNs are used to deliver streaming video and audio content.
  • Online Gaming: CDNs help reduce latency for online gamers.
  • E-commerce: CDNs can improve the performance of e-commerce websites, leading to better user experiences.

Learn More

For more information about CDN and its applications, visit our CDN Overview.

CDN Server Architecture