1. Advanced cache functions
Squid sets default values for many parameters. While these values are suitable for classic Squid use on small sites, they can be optimized for more intensive use of the software.
1.1 Change the way the cover works
When Squid's memory is full and space needs to be freed up, Squid has four different behavior policies for selecting objects to be destroyed. These policies are controlled by two main parameters:
cache_replacement_policy and memory_replacement_policy
The first will apply to Squid's memory, and the second to its disk cache.
The LRU (Last Recently Used) policy consists of keeping the most recently used objects, whatever their size. You could compare it to a FIFO (First...
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