StackCP Tutorial: How to Activate Edge Cache

This is a video tutorial on how to activate #Edge #Cache at your #StackCP dashboard.

I will start by explaining how to enable Edge caching on your website, in case that's the only option you're looking for. Then, for those interested, I will provide an explanation of what Edge caching is.

To enable Edge caching, go to your control panel and look for the 'Edge Caching' icon. In my control panel, it's currently the very first item. From there, you can simply activate or deactivate it using the provided switch. That's it.

By default, the following file types are cached for 60 minutes before being purged automatically: bmp, class, css, csv doc, docx, ejs, eot, eps, gif, ico, jar, jpeg, jpg, js, mid, midi, otf, pdf, pict, pls, png, ppt, pptx, ps, svg, svgz, swf, tif, tiff, webp, woff, woff2, xls, xls2, robts.txt.

What is Edge caching: Edge caching is a method used in network computing to store content closer to the user, thereby improving website performance and reducing latency. Imagine the internet as a vast network where data travels from the server (where it's stored) to the user (who requests it). The further away the user is from the server, the longer it takes for data to travel, which can lead to slow loading times for websites and online applications. Edge caching addresses this issue by placing copies of the data at multiple 'edge' locations closer to users. These edge locations, while not being the original server where the data is stored, act as local storage points.

When a user requests data, such as a webpage, the request is directed to the nearest edge location. If the data is available there (cached), it's delivered quickly to the user. If not, the edge server retrieves it from the main server, stores a copy, and then sends it to the user. The main benefits of edge caching include faster load times for users, reduced strain on the main servers (since they handle fewer direct requests), and decreased bandwidth usage across the network. Essentially, edge caching is a strategy to distribute content across various locations to bring it closer to end-users, enhancing the overall user experience and the efficiency of web services. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcYTUzp-jkk