A proxy is a firewall mechanism that replaces the IP address of a host on the internal (protected) network with its own IP address for all traffic passing through it. A software agent that acts on behalf of a user, typical proxies accept a connection from a user, make a decision as to whether or not the user or client IP address is permitted to use the proxy
Functions of proxy:
a. To browse the internet anonymously
b. To access the internet for free like ubt/fbt. Check the pc ubt/fbt thread for info
c. To bypass a blocked website, like in China's Great Firewall
d. To speed up the internet connection like in torrenting
e. To maximize or minimize the network traffic
reasons a, b, c are the major uses of proxy.
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