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Learn the most common cache replacement policies—LRU, LFU, FIFO, and Random. Discover how they work, when to use them, and how to choose the right one for your caching strategy based on performance and complexity.
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Caching is a powerful technique used to speed up applications, reduce server load, and improve user experience. This post introduces the fundamentals of caching, including how it works, types of caching, key concepts, and why it's crucial in modern web development.