How does CloudFlare work?

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CloudFlare works by acting as a reverse proxy for websites. When a visitor accesses a website using CloudFlare, their request is first directed to the nearest CloudFlare data center. The data center then serves as a shield, analyzing all inbound traffic and filtering out any malicious or suspicious requests. This process provides protection against common web threats, such as DDoS attacks and SQL injections. CloudFlare also caches static content from websites, storing it in their global network of servers. This enables faster delivery of content to visitors by serving it from a location closer to them. Additionally, CloudFlare optimizes the performance of websites through features like minification and image optimization, reducing load times. Overall, CloudFlare improves security, accelerates website performance, and enhances the user experience.
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Answered May 3, 2024

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