
What is a Proxy?A proxy server, commonly referred to as a proxy, is a computer that acts as the gateway between a network of computers (such as the ones found in the company) and a grand network, such as the internet. In essence, they are deciding factor on what gets to the internet and what gets to the local network. Because of this, proxy servers are commonly used as performance enhancers, security, and monitoring of the websites visited by the...
