Proxy Insights

What is Proxy?

A proxy server acts as an intermediary between a client and a server. Instead of connecting directly to the server, the client connects to the proxy, which then forwards the request to the server. Proxies are commonly used to improve performance (caching), enhance security (hiding the client's IP address), filter content, bypass geographic restrictions, and monitor network traffic.

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What other technologies are related to Proxy?

Proxy Competitor Technologies

VPN

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) provide secure, encrypted connections. While proxies can also provide some privacy, VPNs are often a more comprehensive solution for secure remote access.

mentioned alongside Proxy in 3% (3.3k) of relevant job posts

Proxy Complementary Technologies

Firewall

Firewalls and proxies often work together. Firewalls provide broad network security, while proxies offer more granular control over traffic and can enhance privacy and security.

mentioned alongside Proxy in 8% (5.7k) of relevant job posts

IPS

Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) work well alongside proxies. A proxy can filter traffic, and then the IPS can examine the remaining traffic for malicious activity.

mentioned alongside Proxy in 10% (2.1k) of relevant job posts

WAF

Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) protect web applications. Reverse proxies often sit in front of WAFs to provide an additional layer of security and performance benefits like caching.

mentioned alongside Proxy in 8% (2.6k) of relevant job posts