What is a proxy?

Proxy, known as a proxy server or intermediate server, allows you to go to the site you want to connect to using another channel. As it is known, every computer or device connected to the internet has an assigned internet protocol (IP) address. The IP address can determine your home address from the location of the website you have entered.

Personal data is very valuable for every user. If you want to browse the web anonymously, Proxies can help you hide your home IP address from the rest of the world. When you connect to the Internet through proxy sites, your machine's home IP address is not displayed, instead the IP of the Proxy server is displayed. This provides greater privacy if you are connecting directly to the internet.

Purposes of use of proxy

The most common reason why proxy is used is to access prohibited sites. However, it is not used only for this reason. Another purpose of proxy is to provide a secure and fast connection. It is widely used by companies to have a safer and faster connection when the main internet server is insufficient.

Proxy types

Transparent Proxy site servers are among the most preferred because they are free. Not hiding the IP address is seen as a disadvantage. The websites you visit can see both your own IP and the IP of the Proxy server.

The difference between anonymous proxy servers and transparent ones is that they hide IP addresses. It is also very satisfactory in terms of speed. It consists of different types with paid, free and quota options. With Anonymous Proxy, it can be detected that you are using a Proxy.

Elite Proxy servers are the most special Proxy among all types. In no way can it be detected that you are logging in via proxy. It completely hides your IP address while encrypting your web traffic. Having the feature of being the fastest provides a great advantage.

Http Proxy servers are used for their intended purpose as a faster internet service and IP hiding tool. It is only used to log in to websites. It is the most preferred Proxy server for accessing sites where access is prohibited.

Socks Proxy server is generally used for operations such as uploading or downloading files, streaming content, downloading videos. It is preferred for network tasks that require heavy traffic. It processes slower than other http servers. It is not recommended for communication traffic by users.

What is the difference between proxy and VPN?

Both manipulate your online visits by changing your IP address. However, Proxy performs this operation by acting as proxy by the server. VPN, on the other hand, creates an encrypted connection tunnel that allows you to log in as a virtual user. It hides your information by encrypting it on your behalf.

When using a proxy server, your system is open until you go from your computer to the server. In particular, it can be monitored and seen by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Then anonymity is also ensured. However, there is no encryption.

In VPN, your entire connection is encrypted because a tunnel is created in which your private network data is encrypted. The location you want to connect to cannot be understood, including the ISP.

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