Optimizing website speed includes a series of strategies, including:
Shrinking Files
Large files, such as images and scripts, can slow down your website. Use image optimization tools to reduce the size without sacrificing quality. For JavaScript and CSS scripts, combine and minify them.
Improve Server Performance
A slow server can slow down your website. Improve server performance by upgrading RAM or CPU capacity, or consider using a dedicated server. Also, don't neglect security needs, such as implementing SSL certificates and regular software updates.
Using a Content Delivery Network (CDN)
CDN is a network of servers spread globally, which act as distribution points for static content such as images, videos, and CSS files. By placing content closer to student data users, CDN can speed up website loading times.
Reducing the Number of HTTP Requests
Every time a browser loads a website element, such as an image or script, it sends an HTTP request to the server. A large number of requests can slow down a website. Minimize the number of requests by combining images into sprites, using CSS instead of images for decorative elements, and limiting the use of non-essential plugins.