Setting Up a Proxy Server on Windows

Configuring a proxy server in the Windows operating system is a straightforward process that allows users to connect to the internet through a specific server. This configuration is useful for enhancing security, managing network traffic, or bypassing geographic restrictions.

1. Open Proxy Settings

   • Navigate to "Settings" in Windows and select "Network & Internet." Here, you'll find the "Proxy" section in the left menu. Clicking on it will open the proxy settings.

2. Manual Proxy Setup

   • In the "Manual proxy setup" section, toggle the "Use a proxy server" option. Then, enter the address of the proxy server and the port it runs on. This information is typically provided by the network administrator or proxy service provider.

3. Automatic Proxy Setup

   • If you have a configuration script available, you can use the "Use setup script" option. Here, simply insert the URL address of the script, which will automatically configure the proxy settings.

Setting Up a Proxy Server on Linux

Linux offers more flexible options for configuring a proxy server, which may vary depending on the distribution and environment being used. The following steps are general and may require adjustments for specific distributions.

1. Terminal Environment Setup

   • Open a terminal and export environment variables for proxy settings. For HTTP proxy, use the command:
     

     export http_proxy="http://ADRESA_PROXY:PORT/"
     export https_proxy="https://ADRESA_PROXY:PORT/"
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   • Use the appropriate addresses and ports for HTTP and HTTPS proxy settings.

2. Proxy Setup for Specific Applications

   • Many applications on Linux, such as web browsers or package managers, allow you to set up a proxy server directly in their configuration files or settings. Refer to the documentation of the specific application for detailed instructions.

3. Permanent Proxy Setup

   • For a permanent proxy setup on Linux, you can add the above export commands to the .bashrc or .profile file in your home directory. This ensures that the proxy settings are automatically applied every time a user logs in.

In both cases, whether setting up a proxy server on Windows or Linux, it's important to have the correct details from your proxy service provider. After setup, it's recommended to verify the functionality of the proxy server by visiting a website that displays your public IP address to ensure that your internet requests are passing through the proxy server.