A proxy server is an intermediate gateway that you can use to exchange information with internet resources and websites. A proxy server can help mask or disguise your presence online by hiding your ...

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Let's talk about proxy servers. Proxy servers are often confused with virtual private networks (VPNs) because their network architectures are very similar. But proxies and VPNs are very different ...

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When do you need a proxy, and when would a VPN be a better option? We describe both systems and provide real-world use cases to help you decide which is best for your home or office. I review privacy ...

The best alternative to a VPN is a proxy site that can help you unblock and access Blocked or Restricted Websites. In this post, we have curated a list of some of the best free online web proxy sites ...

Microsoft researchers have slashed desktop energy use with a sleep proxy system that maintains a PC's network presence even when it is turned off or put into standby mode. 10 Microsoft research ...

Oxylabs requires more technical expertise than other proxy services, but its data collection tools are unmatched in the space.