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How to enable offline access for the knowledge base

Offline access for a knowledge base is feasible through technology enabling local data storage and synchronization. Implementing it allows users to view and sometimes edit content without active internet connectivity.

Key requirements include configuring the application as a Progressive Web App (PWA) to install it locally, utilizing browser storage like IndexedDB or Cache API for offline data persistence, and establishing a robust sync mechanism for resolving data conflicts upon reconnection. Important considerations involve clearly defining which content requires offline availability due to browser storage limitations, ensuring secure data handling locally, and designing intuitive user interfaces that indicate offline status and sync progress.

To enable offline access, follow these steps: First, develop or convert the knowledge base into a PWA to support installation. Second, implement pre-caching for essential assets (HTML, CSS, JS) and dynamic content caching strategies. Third, employ local data storage solutions to save articles and user data. Finally, integrate a background synchronization process to update the central server once online. This ensures continuous productivity even in unstable network environments.

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