Caching? Never heard of it, what does it do?
Chances are you are have come across caching in the past. Ever loaded a Youtube video and the ad pulls through super fast, but the obscure video of dancing kittens takes forever? Yep-that’s caching! Essentially those ads have been served and saved on a local server much more recently than that obscure video-so it obviously can be accessed faster.
So it just allows data to be accessed faster?
Sort of, yes. Caching is the process of storing frequently or recently accessed data so that future requests for that data can be served faster. There are multiple different caches that exist and run. Your browser, will have a cache. Your laptop, will have a device cache, as will your mobile phone! All of this has been designed for efficiency to allow data to be accessed faster.
What messages can I see when it comes to caching?
Cache hits are when the requested data is found in the cache, and Cache misses are when the requested data is not found in the cache. Hits are faster because they don’t have to go through the process of requesting the data from a server-instead, they can just serve it up from the cache. Misses, on the other hand, are slower because they have to go through all of that process before serving up the data.
When running my blog, I have noticed that the higher the cache hit rates are from my visitors, the better it is for me. Not only does it mean my content is more accessible, but I also see it monetize better.
So why should I clear my cache?
Sometimes, however, we need to clear our cache. If a bad request is stored and cached, that will be served to all users-and on the flip side, if I visit a site and it is a broken link, that can be saved in my browser. This is why it’s important to clear your cache quite frequently-so you can get rid of all those old Cache misses and make sure that you’re only getting Cache hits.
How often should you clear your cache?
That depends on how much you use the internet, but once a week is generally a good idea.
If i don’t clear my cache, will my computer slow down?
No, your computer won’t slow down if you don’t clear your Cache. Cache files are usually quite small and don’t take up much space or resources. However, over time the number of Cache files can start to add up and take up more space, so it’s a good idea to clear them out from time to time. That way, you can make sure your Cache is as up-to-date as possible and that it’s not slowing down your internet speed. So if you’re looking to get Cache hits every time, clear your Cache regularly!
Is caching why my new articles don’t appear on my page after i publish them?
No, caching is not the reason why your new articles don’t appear on your page after you publish them. Cache files are just temporary copies of data. They have already been requested from a server-they aren’t used to serve up new content. In order for the new article to appear on your page, it needs to be sent out from the server that hosts your website. If you’re having trouble with new content not appearing on your page, it’s likely an issue with the hosting server and not Cache files.
May be an obvious question, but how do i clear my cache?
The process for clearing your Cache varies depending on which browser and operating system you use, but the general idea is the same. You can usually find a Cache-clearing option in your browser’s settings page. Alternatively, you can also try a key combination such as Ctrl+Shift+Delete to open up the Cache-clearing menu.
How to clear my google cache?
If you’re using the Google Chrome browser, you can open up the Cache-clearing menu by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Delete. You’ll then be able to select which Cache files you want to delete and click “Clear Data” to clear your Cache. If you’re using a different browser or operating system, check its help page for Cache-clearing instructions.
How to clear cache on iPhone ?
On an iPhone, Cache-clearing is done through the Settings app. Open up the Settings app and scroll down to the Safari section. Tap on “Clear History and Website Data” and confirm your selection to clear your Cache. If you’re using a different device or operating system, check its help page for Cache-clearing instructions.
How to clear cache on android?
On an Android device, Cache-clearing is done through the Settings app. Open up the Settings app and scroll down to the Apps & notifications section. Tap on “Storage” and then tap on “Clear Cache” to clear your Cache. If you’re using a different device or operating system, check its help page for Cache-clearing instructions.
In conclusion, Cache is an important part of the internet experience, but it can also cause slow loading times if not cleared regularly. Clearing your Cache is quick and easy to do, so make sure you’re doing it regularly so that you can get Cache hits every time! Clear your Cache today!
For more information on how the internet works, especially the DNS system, then check out this blog.
