Proxy Servers
What is a proxy server? It’s a mediator or a replacement server. It allows your computer to connect to the internet using a different IP address. In simple terms, proxy servers add an extra layer of privacy to your online presence and can also save a lot of bandwidth in certain situations.
When using a proxy, internet traffic and files can be compressed, and all the unnecessary parts can be left aside (e.g., annoying ads on web pages). Proxies are very useful to companies with a large number of employees on the same wireless network, as they can ease the bandwidth traffic of a single address.
How to Connect to a Proxy Server on Windows
There are two basic ways you can connect to a proxy server on a Windows computer. One is with an automated script, and the other method is manual. Let’s start with the instructions for using the script:
Step - I :- On your computer, go to Start > Settings.
Step - II :- Click on the Network & Internet option.
Step - III :- Within the side menu, click on Proxy.
Step - IV :- Enable the Use setup script option.
Step - V :- Enter the script address you were given (by your employer, school, or another server owner.) and select Save. You can then exit the settings, and the script should become effective immediately.
The other way around is connecting to a proxy server
manually:
1. Enable Use a
proxy server under the Manual proxy setup section.
2. Enter the IP under the Address tab, and the Port number in the appropriate field.
3. When you’re done, Save the changes and exit this menu.
