# Learn about the Proxy Server and How to configure **URL:** \ **Category:** Tutorials & Methods\ **Tags:** privacy, tips-tricks\ **Created:** [June 21, 2020, 1:49pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/learn-about-the-proxy-server-and-how-to-configure/93065 "2020-06-21T13:49:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
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A web proxy is some kind of intermediate between a web user and an online resource ,A proxy server is a hub between you and the internet. A proxy servers work to hide your IP address. that acts as a gateway between a local network (for example, all the computers at one company or in one building) and a larger-scale network such as the internet. Proxy servers provide increased performance and security. 4 Benefits of Using Proxy Servers: Your IP Address Is Hidden. … You Can Access Geo-Blocked or Restricted Content. … Load Times Might Be Reduced. … Malicious Websites Can Be Filtered Out > **[Phcorner](https://dailynetupdate.blogspot.com/2019/12/how-to-configure-proxy-server.html)**