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Introduction to Content Delivery Networks (CDN): Understanding the Basics
A Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a network of servers strategically distributed across various geographical locations, designed to deliver internet content to users more rapidly and efficiently. The fundamental purpose of a CDN is to reduce latency—the delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer—by minimizing the physical distance between the server and the user. This enhances user experience by accelerating the loading time of webpages, streaming videos, and other online content.