proxy server
Plural
proxy servers
1
a server that acts as an intermediary between a user's device and the internet, forwarding requests and responses to enhance security, privacy, or performance
- Organizations often use a proxy server to control and monitor internet access for security purposes.
- The proxy server caches frequently requested web content, improving overall network performance.
- Users in countries with internet restrictions can access blocked content by using a proxy server based in a different location.
- A proxy server helps protect user identities by masking their IP addresses when accessing websites.
- In a corporate environment, a proxy server can filter and block certain content to ensure a secure and compliant network.