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– Definition: What are external HTTP requests? – Examples: Images, scripts, stylesheets from external servers.
– Loading Time: How each request contributes to slower loading. – User Experience: The direct link between speed and user satisfaction.
– Unoptimized Plugins: The hidden burden of certain plugins. – Embeds and Widgets: How they can become excessive request generators.
– Browser Developer Tools: An insider's look at your site's external requests. – Online Analysis Tools: Leveraging tools like Pingdom or GTmetrix for comprehensive reports.
– Optimization Techniques: Minimizing CSS and JavaScript files. – Lazy Loading: Loading resources only when they're needed.
– Evaluating Plugins: Identifying and removing resource-heavy plugins. – Lightweight Alternatives: Opting for plugins that minimize external dependencies.
– Limiting Embeds: Only including essential third-party content. – Asynchronous Loading: Prioritizing the main page's loading.