Life of a Vercel request: What happens when a user presses enter

Vercel is a platform that manages web requests at every stage, ensuring fast, reliable, and secure application delivery. It uses dedicated networks designed for speed, reliability, redundancy, and scalability. Anycast routing directs each request to the optimal Point of Presence (PoP) across 100+ global locations, minimizing latency. Vercel Firewall provides multiple layers of defense against various threats like DDoS attacks, SYN Floods, and UDP attacks. The Web Application Firewall (WAF) allows customization of security rules to tailor protection for specific applications. Advanced routing with Edge Middleware, redirects, and rewrites ensures efficient traffic management. Vercel's Edge Cache optimizes cache hit ratios and keeps data current through updates and revalidation. Vercel Functions dynamically manage compute tasks like server-side rendering (SSR) and API routes, ensuring fast response times even during high traffic periods. Overall, Vercel delivers web applications that feel as smooth as native apps, providing a seamless user experience globally.