What is a Proxy Server?
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A proxy server is a system that acts as a gateway between users and the internet.
How does a proxy server work?
When we use a proxy server, internet traffic flows through the proxy server on its way to the address we sent a request to.
Also, the request comes back from the same server.
When we use a proxy server, internet traffic flows through the proxy server on its way to the address we sent a request to.
Also, the request comes back from the same server.
Why should we use a proxy server?
➡️ Improves Security
➡️ Private Browsing
➡️ Access to location-specific content
➡️ Improves Security
➡️ Private Browsing
➡️ Access to location-specific content
How does a proxy look?
A proxy has 4 components(in case of authenticated proxy)
➡️ Proxy IP
➡️ Port
➡️ Username
➡️ Password
A proxy has 4 components(in case of authenticated proxy)
➡️ Proxy IP
➡️ Port
➡️ Username
➡️ Password
How can we use a proxy?
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