Proxy Server Flashcards
What is Proxy Server?
An intermediate server that acts as a mediator between client device and the internet.
This process allows client device to access to website without revealing its own IP address or location.
Also provides caching, filtering and security.
Benefits of proxy server
1) Enhanced security
2)Improved security
3)Network Performance
4)Access Control
Limitations of proxy server
1)Single point of failure
if server goes down, it causes disruption to network traffic and prevent users from accessing internet.
2)Increase latency
3)Security risk
4)Limited encryption
Limitations of proxy server
1)Single point of failure
if server goes down, it causes disruption to network traffic and prevent users from accessing internet.
2)Increase latency
3)Security risk
4)Limited encryption