Content Delivery Network (CDN) and AWS Overview

Overview

ASP uses Amazon Web Services (AWS) as part of our content delivery approach, including CDN capabilities, to help deliver web content quickly, reliably, and securely to users.

This article explains what a CDN is, what AWS is, and what this means for customers using ASP platforms.

What Is a CDN?

A Content Delivery Network (CDN) is a network of distributed servers designed to deliver content to users faster and more reliably.

When a user loads a webpage, they are not just loading the page itself. They are also loading supporting assets such as images, stylesheets (CSS), scripts (JavaScript), and downloadable files. A CDN helps serve these assets efficiently.

How a CDN Works

At a high level:

1. A user requests content (such as a webpage or file).

2. The CDN routes that request to a nearby server, often called an “edge” location.

3. If that content is already stored (cached) on that edge server, it is delivered immediately.

4. If it is not cached, the CDN retrieves it from the origin system, then delivers it and may store it for future requests.

Why CDNs Are Used

CDNs are commonly used to:

• Improve performance by reducing the distance data must travel.

• Reduce latency so content loads faster for end users.

• Increase reliability by distributing traffic across multiple locations.

• Handle traffic spikes more smoothly, especially during busy periods.

• Reduce load on origin systems by caching frequently accessed content.

• Improve security by adding layers of protection and absorbing certain types of malicious traffic.

What Is AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a cloud computing platform operated by Amazon. AWS provides a wide range of services that businesses use to run applications and deliver content online, including:

• Hosting and compute services

• Storage services

• Networking and routing

• Security tooling

• Monitoring and logging

AWS operates global infrastructure consisting of multiple geographic areas and data centres, which enables services to be delivered with scalability and resilience.

How AWS Relates to Our CDN

AWS provides services and infrastructure that support content delivery, including the ability to distribute content efficiently via globally available resources.

By using AWS as part of our content delivery approach, ASP is able to:

• Support users across different regions with consistent performance

• Improve platform resilience and availability

• Scale to meet demand during peak usage periods

• Apply modern security and networking controls as part of the delivery path

What This Means for Customers

For customers and end users, this approach is designed to provide:

• Faster content loading times

• A more consistent experience across different locations

• Stronger reliability during high traffic periods

• Scalable infrastructure that can grow alongside customer needs

Questions About Our CDN or Architecture

If you have questions about ASP’s CDN, content delivery approach, or general platform architecture, please contact:

• Your Account Manager, or

• The ASP Support Team

They can provide the most accurate, customer relevant details for your specific implementation and requirements.