Foward Proxy / Reverse Proxy / SSL TLS Termination (opens in new tab)

What is a proxy? A proxy is an intermediary server that receives a request, forwards it elsewhere, receives the response, and sends it back. Forward Proxy (Represents the Client) Sits in front of client and hides the client from servers. Server cannot see the real client Client ---> Forward Proxy ---> Server Imagine your company blocks access to YouTube. Instead of Laptop ---> youtube.com You do Laptop ---> Corporate Proxy ---> youtube.com The proxy makes the request on your behalf. The serve...