Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a network of servers set up in certain geographic locations that deliver up content to end-users more efficiently according to the location the request is made from.
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Loosely speaking it’s like a business having franchise stores. Recently in Perth, we finally got our first Crispy Cremes store (woop!). The business can now deliver glazed goodness to their customers via the geographically closer Perth store instead of providing orders from the eastern states.
How does CDN impact your website?
Using CDN for your website will allow better overall performance and reliability by serving up content quicker for end-users. As a general rule of thumb, faster sites equate to better usability and user experience and therefore better ranking with search engines.
How do I get my website on a CDN?
Generally hosting companies offer their own CDN options. If you are interested on getting onto a CDN with Itomic please give us a bell and let us assist you further.
TAKEAWAY
All website owners should consider speed and performance seriously to ensure the end-users get the best experience possible. Content Delivery Network is a great tool to assist so why not give it a go?