A proxy server is an easy and secure way to protect your identity online. But is it better than a VPN? We explain how proxies work and whether you should be using one. I'm a senior analyst charged ...

Proxy servers accept and forward Internet requests on behalf of a host. Using a proxy server in front of a host can be done for a number of reasons, including content filtering and location security.

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You should always be conscious of your privacy and security on the internet, but not all privacy tools are created equal or do the same thing. Here are the things you should know about proxy servers, ...

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Proxy servers and VPNs may appear similar in function, but they’re not the same tool. A proxy sits between you and the rest of the internet. It routes your request through an external server, offering ...

Despite their shared name, forward and reverse proxies couldn't be more different in terms of their purpose, their implementation and the role they play in enterprise architectures. The key difference ...

Howdy Ars, case of the Monday's here!<BR><BR>Looks like my work has shut off all IM access. I have connectivity to my home PC (debian testing) and currently ssh/ftp/X11-forward to it if I need to. As ...