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Question 1

List three advantages of a proxy server

Answer 1

It provides:
-> Anonymity
-> Secuirty
-> Better access to content

Question 2

Differentiate between a web proxy server and a reverse proxy server.

Answer 2

A web proxy server is an intermediary between users and the internet, filtering their content, and hiding their address.

A reverse proxy server stands in front of a server, receives incoming requests and forwards them to the server, and also collects responses and forwards them to the client

Question 3

With respect to HTML5, what is local browser storage?

Answer 3

Local storage is the ability for a browser to store data locally within the browser without needing to send it to the server.

Question 4

Distinguish between Local browser storage and cookies

Answer 4

Cookies have a small storage capacity and are mostly used for server-side session management

Local storage has a large storage capacity and is used to store data on the client to improve functionality and work offline