Prefetching

Prefetching is a technique used to speed up data retrieval by anticipating what information a user will need next. Imagine you’re reading a book and, knowing you’ll soon turn the page, someone offers you the next few pages in advance. In computing, systems predict what data or resources you might request and load them ahead of time, reducing wait times. This can apply to web browsers, applications, or even memory management, enhancing performance and creating a smoother user experience by ensuring that needed information is readily available when requested.