We utilize Windows Azure CDN primarily for caching resources, alleviating the strain on our servers, and preventing excessive traffic to our data center. The tool comes into play when a public file or resource needs distribution to a wide user base. Using it, we distribute these resources to users, ensuring smoother access and reducing the load on our servers.
One of the tool's best features is its ability to handle edge cases. For instance, we encountered a situation where we needed to remove certain files from public access. The solution offered a purge feature that allowed us to remove these files. This feature ensured that the files were deleted from all edge servers. Subsequently, we were able to upload new versions of the files.