Gcore Guide: Edge Computing & Global CDN Solutions for Faster Apps

1. Why Gcore? Unmatched Global Edge Infrastructure

1. 150+ Edge Nodes for Millisecond-Low Latency

• Global Reach: 150+ data centers and PoPs across 90+ countries (New York, London, Tokyo, Singapore), reducing network latency by 50% and page load times by 30%.
• Edge Computing: Process data directly at the edge (e.g., real-time video transcoding, AI inference), ideal for latency-sensitive apps like live streaming and gaming.

2. End-to-End Acceleration & Security

• Intelligent CDN: Accelerates static assets, dynamic content, and streaming media, with automatic routing and caching for optimal performance.
• Multi-Layer Security: Built-in DDoS protection (Tbps-level traffic cleaning), WAF, and SSL/TLS encryption to safeguard against cyber threats.

3. Flexible Pricing & Enterprise-Grade Support

• Pay-As-You-Go: No minimum spend—choose traffic-based ($0.08/GB) or bandwidth-based pricing, perfect for fluctuating workloads.
• Custom Solutions: Dedicated teams for enterprise clients, offering hybrid cloud architecture design and 24/7 technical support.

2. Product Lineup: Tools for Edge Computing and Beyond

(A) Core Acceleration Services

(B) Storage & Security

• Object Storage: S3-compatible, $0.02/GB/month, integrated with CDN for direct origin pull—ideal for image/video storage.
• DDoS Protection: Automatic Layer 3-7 attack mitigation, ensuring 99.99% uptime during traffic spikes.
• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Pre-configured OWASP rules to block SQL injection, XSS, and other threats, with custom policy support.

(C) Advanced Tools

• Edge AI: Deploy lightweight AI models at the edge for image recognition and NLP, reducing cloud compute load and protecting data privacy.
• Multi-Cloud Management: Unify Gcore with AWS/Azure resources for intelligent traffic routing and cost optimization.

3. Use Cases: Tailored Solutions for Every Industry

1. E-Commerce & Retail

• Needs: Global fast access, traffic surge handling, data compliance.
• Solution:
  • Use Global CDN to accelerate product pages and images, paired with DDoS protection for peak traffic (e.g., Black Friday sales).
  • Leverage Edge Computing for real-time geolocation-based content personalization (language/currency switching).

2. Media & Entertainment

• Needs: Low-latency video streaming, copyright protection, high concurrency.
• Solution:
  • Deploy Streaming Solutions for live events and on-demand videos, store assets in Object Storage.
  • Use Edge Transcoding to adapt video resolution based on user devices, saving bandwidth costs.

3. Enterprises & SaaS Platforms

• Needs: Fast API responses, data privacy, global scalability.
• Solution:
  • Accelerate APIs with Dynamic CDN to reduce cross-region latency.
  • Secure user data with WAF+SSL to meet GDPR/CCPA compliance requirements.

4. Developers & Startups

• Needs: Affordable acceleration, easy setup, no-code tools.
• Solution:
  • Opt for pay-as-you-go CDN ($0.08/GB) for personal blogs or apps, with zero configuration needed.
  • Use Edge Functions for custom logic (URL rewriting, A/B testing) without server costs.

4. Quick Start: Deploy Global Acceleration in 3 Steps

1. Sign Up & Activate

• Step 1: Go to Gcore, sign up with email/Google, and verify your email.
• Step 2: Claim a 7-day free trial (10GB CDN traffic + basic features) in the console—no credit card required for startups.
• Step 3: Add payment methods (credit card/PayPal) for full access; enterprises can request custom quotes.

2. Set Up CDN for Your Website

• In the CDN dashboard, click “Add Domain,” enter your website URL, and specify the origin (server IP/cloud storage endpoint).

• Set cache policies (e.g., cache images for 30 days), enable HTTPS (auto-issue Let’s Encrypt cert), and activate IPv6 support.

• Update your domain’s DNS by pointing CNAME to Gcore’s assigned endpoint.
• Test with Pingdom to confirm faster load times and Gcore node headers in responses.

3. Advanced: Enable Edge Computing

• Create Edge Functions: Write custom JavaScript in the Edge Computing dashboard to modify responses or add headers, deployed globally in seconds.
• Monitor Performance: Use “Analytics” to track traffic, latency, and cache hit rates, optimizing node coverage as needed.

5. FAQs: Your Questions Answered

1. Is there a free trial?

• Yes, a 7-day trial with 10GB CDN traffic, DDoS protection, and edge functions—no payment info required.

2. How to choose a pricing model?

• Small Traffic: Pay by traffic ($0.08/GB) for blogs/small e-commerce (100GB/month ≈ $8).
• High/Stable Traffic: Choose bandwidth-based pricing ($15/Tbps) for media platforms and enterprises.

3. How secure is my data?

• Transport Layer: Mandatory HTTPS with TLS 1.3 for encrypted data transfer.
• Storage Layer: SSE-S3 encryption for object storage, ISO 27001-certified data centers with regular audits.

4. What support options are available?

• Free Support: 24/7 access to docs, forums, and chat/email support for all users.
• Enterprise Support: Dedicated technical managers, architecture reviews, and 15-minute emergency response.

5. Can I use Gcore with other cloud providers?

• Yes, via the Multi-Cloud Management Platform to integrate and manage AWS, Azure, and Gcore resources centrally.

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