FTP caching works by storing frequently accessed data, such as files and directories, in a cache on the client side. This allows the client to access the data more quickly, as it does not need to be re-transmitted over the network each time it is requested.
When a client first requests data from an FTP server, the server sends the data over the network to the client. The client then stores the data in its cache so that it can be accessed more quickly in the future.
The cache is typically organized into a hierarchical structure, with the most frequently accessed data stored in a higher level of the cache. This reduces the time it takes to access the data, as the client can quickly retrieve it from the cache rather than having to search for it across the network.
FTP caching can be particularly useful in situations where multiple clients are accessing the same data on a remote server. By caching the data on the client side, each client can access the data more quickly, without putting unnecessary strain on the network or the server. Overall, FTP caching improves the performance and efficiency of FTP transfers by reducing the amount of data that needs to be transmitted over the network.
