--- title: "Performance" source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/" description: "A slow website hurts SEO & user experience. Our guides cover site & server optimization, from performance metrics to advanced tuning techniques." vertical: "Hosting" date: "2025-07-02" last_modified: "2026-07-02" --- # Performance A fast and reliable website is crucial for a positive user experience and the success of your online presence. Slow loading times can deter visitors and negatively impact your search engine rankings. At Liquid Web, we’re committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge to ensure your website and server are running at peak performance. --- Performance Articles 59 results This collection of articles will guide you through various aspects of website and server optimization, from understanding performance metrics to implementing advanced tuning techniques. - ## [Caching](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/caching/) Caching stores file copies to speed up your site. This simple process improves user experience, search rankings, and reduces your server’s workload. [Read more: Caching](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/caching/) - ## [Checking Server Services with Telnet](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/server-optimization/checking-server-services-with-telnet/) Learn to use telnet to connect to services on a server. Using telnet via SSH is recommended as it helps bypass local and remote server firewalls. [Read more: Checking Server Services with Telnet](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/server-optimization/checking-server-services-with-telnet/) - ## [Cloudflare SSL with Cloudflare origin certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/nexcess/configure-cloudflare-origin-certificate/) If you do not want to purchase a commercial SSL certificate authority or use a free Let’s Encrypt SSL, you can install a Cloudflare origin certificate without paying a dime. [Read more: Cloudflare SSL with Cloudflare origin certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/nexcess/configure-cloudflare-origin-certificate/) - ## [Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/) A Content Delivery Network (CDN) caches your content on global servers. This reduces latency and delivers a faster experience to your website’s users. [Read more: Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/) - ## [Convert MyISAM to InnoDB tables for database performance](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/server-optimization/convert-mariadb-mysql-database-tables-from-myisam-to-innodb/) With regard to database tables and storage engines, after learning why we would want to convert MyISAM to InnoDB for better performance, let’s review four methods for doing so. [Read more: Convert MyISAM to InnoDB tables for database performance](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/server-optimization/convert-mariadb-mysql-database-tables-from-myisam-to-innodb/) - ## [Dedicated Server Upgrades](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/upgrades/dedicated-server-upgrades/) Outgrown your server? This guide explains how to upgrade your dedicated server’s CPU, RAM, storage, and software for improved performance and security. [Read more: Dedicated Server Upgrades](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/performance/upgrades/dedicated-server-upgrades/) - ## [Enable CDN: Nexcess CDN access in the Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/nexcess/magento/) Nexcess web hosting plans make CDN access straightforward. Let’s review CDN access, setup, and optimal configuration for Magento 2 and WordPress sites using the Nexcess Client Portal. [Read more: Enable CDN: Nexcess CDN access in the Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/content-delivery-networks-cdns/nexcess/magento/) - ## [Guide to interpreting MTR results](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/website-optimization/mtr-results/) MTR results are an essential tool for diagnosing network issues. Learn how to interpret the data and resolve connectivity problems with ease today. [Read more: Guide to interpreting MTR results](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/performance/website-optimization/mtr-results/) 1[2](?query-0-page=2)[3](?query-0-page=3)…[8](?query-0-page=8) [Next Page](/hosting/performance?query-0-page=2)