> ## Documentation Index
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# CDN resource overview

The CDN resource is the proxy between Gcore caching edge servers and your website's origin. You should create a CDN resource to enhance the download speed with our infrastructure.

## Choose your CDN resource type

There are two types of CDN resources available:

* **Standard CDN resource**. Accelerate a website or specific assets using either a CNAME record or Gcore Managed DNS delegation. Supports an optional WAAP integration for Layer 7 DDoS and web application protection. Consult our guide on [creating a CDN resource](/cdn/getting-started/create-a-cdn-resource/create-a-cdn-resource).

* **For video streaming**. Deliver live streams and video-on-demand content globally. Best for HLS, DASH, or FLV video delivery without transcoding. Consult our guide on [configuring a CDN resource for video streaming](/cdn/getting-started/create-a-cdn-resource/create-a-cdn-resource-for-video-streaming).

<Info>
  Need transcoding? If you need to transcode raw video inputs (RTMP, SRT) or generate adaptive bitrate ladders automatically, use the [Video Streaming platform](/streaming) instead of Video CDN.
</Info>

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## Quick comparison

| Feature              | Standard CDN resource           | Video Streaming    |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------- | ------------------ |
| **Best for**         | Websites and asset acceleration | Live streams & VOD |
| **DNS management**   | CNAME or Gcore Managed DNS      | Manual             |
| **WAAP support**     | Yes                             | No                 |
| **Typical use case** | E-commerce, blogs, apps         | Broadcasting, OTT  |

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<Note>
  **Note**

  You can create up to thirty CDN resources of all types combined. If you need an increase to this limitation, contact your personal manager or [Gcore Support](mailto:support@gcore.com).
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