proxies

Meanings

• noun

  A proxy server is a computer system or software that acts as an intermediary for requests from clients seeking resources from other servers. It can provide various functions, such as filtering requests, caching, load balancing, and anonymity.

  - "The company uses a proxy server to filter internet access for its employees."
  - "I used a proxy server to access a website that was blocked in my country."

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Synonyms

deputy , representative , substitute , proxy mine

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with proxies
proxies , oxies , applies , surprises

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Variants

List of all variants of proxies that leads to same result
proxies , proxy

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Etymology

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The term 'proxy' comes from the Latin word 'proxy' meaning 'to act in place of'. In the context of computing, a proxy server acts as a substitute for another server.

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Trivia

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1. The first known use of a proxy server was in 1978 by Paul Mockapetris.

2. Proxy servers can be used to improve website performance by caching frequently accessed content.

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Related Concepts

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1. Firewall: A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

2. VPN: A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a secure connection method used to add security and privacy to private and public networks.

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Culture

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Proxies have been used in various contexts throughout history, from ancient Rome where they were used in legal proceedings to modern times where they are used to access geo-restricted content or protect privacy online.

How to Memorize "proxies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a traffic cop directing requests from clients to servers. The traffic cop is the proxy server.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a stand-in actor who takes the place of another actor in a play. A proxy server acts as a stand-in for another server.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Proxies are like butlers, they receive requests from clients and fetch resources from servers.

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