Veteran edge CDN and compute platform
Introduction
Fastly is the developer-grade CDN and edge compute platform: programmable VCL/Compute makes caching logic fully codable, with GitHub and Stripe among its customers. Realtime logs and instant cache purges are the signature; transparent usage-based billing.
Key Features
- Programmable edge (VCL/WASM)
- Instant full cache purges
- Realtime log streaming
- Image optimization and security
- Transparent usage billing
Pros
- The strongest edge programmability
- Battle-tested by giants
Cons
- Higher learning curve than traditional CDNs
Pricing
Usage-based with trial credits.（See official site for current pricing）
FAQ
vs Cloudflare?
Fastly for high-traffic programmable edge; Cloudflare for one-stop security networking.
What is Compute?
A serverless environment running WASM at the edge.
Good for small sites?
Overkill — Cloudflare suits small sites better.
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