How Content Caching Works
Content is stored in the Content Caching folder on a Mac, which is accessible to other devices, eliminating the need to retrieve content from the internet. The following types of content are supported:
- macOS and macOS updates
- iOS updates
- Apple TV updates
- macOS apps, iOS apps, and Apple TV apps, including app updates from the App Store
- Caching of iCloud data, such as photos and documents
Benefits of Content Caching in Your Network
Implementing Content Caching in your network offers significant bandwidth savings, especially when new apps or updates become available. Content Caching is available in macOS 10.13 and later versions. Our recommendation is to choose a Mac mini with sufficient storage capacity, connect it via Ethernet, and place it in your server room.
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft recently made Microsoft Office 365 available in the Mac App Store.
Content Caching ensures that your internet connection remains unaffected when multiple Mac computers require these apps or app updates. The entire Office 365 bundle exceeds 4 GB in size, which can heavily burden your internet connection, particularly with multiple Mac computers and frequent updates.
Mobile Device Management
Setting up Content Caching is straightforward when utilizing a Mobile Device Management solution. By configuring a Configuration Profile, you can include settings that are not visible in the graphical interface of Content Caching. These settings are essential if your network has multiple public IP addresses or VLANs.
Want to Learn More?
If you would like expert advice on optimizing Content Caching, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can reach us via email at [email protected] or by calling +31 85 400 30 30.