When provisioning tethered iPad devices using Apple Configurator, where is content cached?

When provisioning tethered iPad devices using Apple Configurator, the content is cached on the Mac that the iPad devices are tethered to. This is because Apple Configurator functions as a management tool that facilitates the configuration and deployment of iOS devices such as iPads. It allows you to install apps, profiles, and content directly onto the connected devices.

By caching the content on the tethering Mac, the provisioning process can happen more efficiently, as it eliminates the need for each iPad to download the same data from the internet repeatedly. Instead, the iPads can access the cached content directly from the Mac, speeding up the setup process and reducing bandwidth usage. This is particularly useful in environments where multiple devices are being configured simultaneously, ensuring that content is readily available during provisioning.

In contrast, caching on the iPads themselves would not be effective in this scenario, as the initial setup requires content to be transferred from a centralized source rather than stored locally. Options suggesting the cloud or a remote server do not apply here, as the process relies on the local Mac for the quick and efficient delivery of necessary files and configurations.