Yes, Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) can support non-HTTP protocol acceleration. While HTTP and HTTPS are the most common protocols accelerated by CDNs, many CDNs also offer support for other protocols to optimize the delivery of various types of content.
For example, some CDNs can accelerate the delivery of:
- FTP (File Transfer Protocol): Used for transferring files between a client and a server on a computer network. This can be useful for sites that provide large file downloads.
- RTMP (Real-Time Messaging Protocol): Commonly used for streaming audio, video, and data over the internet. This is particularly important for live streaming services.
- MPEG-DASH (Dynamic Adaptive Streaming over HTTP): An adaptive bitrate streaming technique that enables high-quality streaming of media content over the internet.
- WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication): A set of APIs that allows for real-time communication capabilities, including audio, video, and data transfer.
In the context of cloud services, platforms like Tencent Cloud offer comprehensive CDN solutions that support a wide range of protocols, ensuring efficient content delivery across various applications and use cases.