Proxy servers By Akshit Y10
What is a proxy server O A proxy server is a computer that offers a computer network service to allow clients to make indirect network connections to other network services. O A client connects to the proxy server, then requests a connection, file, or other resource available on a different server. O The proxy provides the resource either by connecting to the specified server or by serving it from a cache O Proxy servers are often used instead of routers since more software can easily be installed on the computer such as anti-virus, web filtering etc.
Types of proxies O Transparent Proxy O Anonymous Proxy O Distorting Proxy O High Anonymity Proxy
Where are they used O Can be used in businesses to share files, can be used in schools to have student to teacher links.