What is caching in Drupal, and how do you configure it?

What is caching in Drupal, and how do you configure it?

Answer: Caching in Drupal is a mechanism to store and reuse frequently accessed data to improve performance and reduce load times. It helps in minimizing database queries and speeding up page rendering.

To configure caching in Drupal:

1. Navigate to the Admin Interface: Go to the admin dashboard.
2. Performance Settings: Under `Configuration` > `Development` > `Performance`, you can set page cache settings, aggregate JavaScript and CSS files, and configure caching for anonymous users.
3. Cache Tags and Contexts: Use Cache Tags and Contexts for more granular control over what to cache and how to invalidate it, typically configured in custom modules or theming.

Make sure to clear the cache after making any changes to see the effects.

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