Proxy

While a proxy is often related to an IP changer, it is actually far more complex. It provides a user the ability to change their IP address, but also gives options for removing client-side scripting. For instance, a proxy can disable JavaScript to remove images, advertisements and much more. There are two proxy programs commonly used on the internet: PHProxy and CGIProxy. PHProxy This type of proxy provides much more flexibility with some of the following options: • the removal of server-side scripting • the acceptance of HTTP cookies • easy management of cookies • multiple URL configuration CGIProxy CGIProxy does not provide as much flexibility but does work well with client-side scripting. Here are some of the available options: • no cookies • no scripts • no advertisements • no referrer packets While CGIProxy is somewhat lacking in comparison to PHProxy, it ensures a user more protection against incoming threats. It helps to hide an IP address without restricting access to particular web sites.