In computing, a proxy (or proxy server) is an intermediary server.
In computing, a proxy (or proxy server) is an intermediary server that acts as a gateway between your device (client) and the internet, handling your requests for web pages or resources. Instead of connecting directly, your traffic goes through the proxy, which can then forward the request, hide your IP address, add security, filter content, cache data for speed, or bypass restrictions, providing anonymity, control, and efficiency.
Request: You ask for a website (e.g., google.com).
Interception: Your request first goes to the proxy server, not directly to Google.
Forwarding: The proxy server then sends the request to Google on your behalf, using its own IP address.
Response: Google sends the data back to the proxy, which then sends it to you.
Anonymity: Hides your real IP address, making it harder to track your online activity.
Security: Acts as a firewall, filtering malicious content and blocking threats before they reach your network.