How does a slideshow on a webpage affect load times? [closed]

1. What affects website loading time?
2. Should I use a slideshow on my website?
3. How can page loading time can be reduced?
4. Do 47% of customers expect a webpage to load in 2 seconds or less?

What affects website loading time?

The speed at which a page loads depends on the hosting server, amount of bandwidth in transit, and web page design – as well as the number, type, and weight of elements on the page. Other factors include user location, device, and browser type.

Should I use a slideshow on my website?

Conclusion. Slideshows are a poor way of presenting content. Unless you use it, for branding purposes then you're better off using a simple static image. This not only makes your website load faster but it's less confusing and generates more clicks.

How can page loading time can be reduced?

Cache your web pages.

Caching stores copies of your site's files, minimizing the work needed for the server to generate and serve a web page to a visitor's browser. Caching your web pages can help with lowering Time to First Byte (TTFB), by requiring the server to use fewer resources to load a page.

Do 47% of customers expect a webpage to load in 2 seconds or less?

Kissmetrics found 47% of customers expect a website to load in 2 seconds or less. Not only do consumers EXPECT your website to load in 2 seconds or less, but 40% of users will also abandon your website if it takes more than three seconds to load.