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Configuring InnoDB Read-Ahead Mechanisms
Updated May 4, 2026
Short answer
Predictive loading of data pages into the buffer pool.
Deep explanation
Linear read-ahead detects sequential access patterns; random read-ahead detects frequent access to the same extent.
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