Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Edge Server

What is the main purpose of an edge server?

• To serve users in a specific area

• To manage network routers

• To store data globally

• To provide Internet security

What is the benefit of placing edge servers closer to users?

• Increase latency

• Reduce latency

• Increase bandwidth

• Reduce bandwidth

What type of content do CDNs often host on edge servers?

• Online shopping

• Social media

• Streaming media

• Video games

What is the purpose of purging content in CDNs?

• To reduce bandwidth

• To serve outdated pages

• To increase latency

• To refresh dynamic content

What is the main advantage of edge computing networks?

• Increase total bandwidth

• Reduce data travel

• Provide slower response times

• Increase roundtrip delays

Which of the following is an example of a task performed by edge computing servers?

• Online ad targeting

• Bookkeeping

• Gardening tips

• Cooking recipes

What is the secondary benefit of edge servers besides faster access to Internet content?

• Reducing Internet traffic

• Increasing Internet traffic

• Increasing data travel

• Reducing data travel

What is the purpose of CDN edge servers?

• To reduce response times

• To increase latency

• To cache content

• To increase data travel

What is the function of edge servers in edge computing networks?

• Increase roundtrip delays

• Increase total bandwidth

• Provide slower response times

• Reduce data travel

What is the role of edge servers in reducing Internet traffic?

• Reducing Internet traffic

• Increasing Internet traffic

• Reducing data travel

• Increasing data travel