Stores copies of data (images, HTML, API results) so applications don't need to fetch them repeatedly from a slower source.
Cache files often stay long after the application has closed or been removed, leading to a build-up of unused files over time. to cache folder
A (often found as ~/.cache on Linux/macOS or AppData\Local\Temp on Windows) is a designated, user-specific, temporary storage directory on a computer's hard drive. Its primary purpose is to hold frequently accessed data, enabling applications to load faster and reduce the load on networks or databases. Core Functions of the Cache Folder Stores copies of data (images, HTML, API results)