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BrancheCache in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Overview

BrancheCache is a feature of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2, which improves user productivity and reduces WAN link utilization while supporting security requirements. The feature accelerates the delivery of encrypted content using HTTPS and IPsec and requires authentication before allowing access to cached content. You can manage BranchCache using Group Policy and the […]

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BrancheCache is a feature of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2, which improves user productivity and reduces WAN link utilization while supporting security requirements.

The feature accelerates the delivery of encrypted content using HTTPS and IPsec and requires authentication before allowing access to cached content.

You can manage BranchCache using Group Policy and the feature does not require additional equipment.

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