For consumers, the rapid proliferation of the Internet has brought popularity to the downloading of files such as videos, game installation packages, photos, music, software, patches, etc. But two things are happening in tandem that are making it difficult for businesses to deliver to consumers downloads that are fast in delivery, high in quality and secure.

First, a rising number of people are downloading files from the Internet, which is creating strain on web site origin servers and the Internet as a whole.

Second, downloadable files are increasing in size, due to better graphics and sound effects capabilities. For content providers, the reality of this scenario is causing problems related to insufficient server response capacity, bandwidth resources, escalating costs, etc.