Proxy Permission SuccessFactors

All modern Smart TVs allow you to use proxies to connect to the Internet or local network (both on Android and Tizen OS). You have to go to the device settings, open "Network" tab (can be named as "Ethernet"), and then in "Advanced settings" to activate the proxy, if necessary - specify its settings.

To connect a VPN extension to Selenium, you can follow these steps:

Here's an example using Python and Chrome

Install a VPN extension:

For this example, we'll use the "Holiday" VPN extension for Chrome. You can install it from the Chrome Web Store: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/holiday-vpn-unblock-webs/bhlhgkdgcbhbjnjlfhkjpjikfhjjlkpk

Open the browser with the VPN extension enabled:

from selenium import webdriver
from selenium.webdriver.chrome.options import Options

options = Options()
options.add_extension("path/to/holiday-vpn-unblock-webs.crx")

driver = webdriver.Chrome(options=options)
driver.get("https://www.example.com")

Connect to the VPN using the extension's API (if available).

Currently, there is no public API for the "Holiday" VPN extension. In this case, you can automate the extension's UI to connect to the VPN.

from selenium.webdriver.common.by import By
from selenium.webdriver.support.ui import WebDriverWait
from selenium.webdriver.support import expected_conditions as EC

# Locate the VPN connect button
connect_button = driver.find_element(By.CSS_SELECTOR, "#vpn-connect-button")

# Click the connect button
connect_button.click()

# Wait for the connection to be established
WebDriverWait(driver, 10).until(EC.invisibility_of_element(By.CSS_SELECTOR, "#vpn-connect-button"))

Note that this example assumes the VPN extension has a UI element with the ID vpn-connect-button. You'll need to inspect the extension's UI and update the CSS selector accordingly.

Keep in mind that using a VPN extension in Selenium might not be the most reliable or efficient way to simulate a user in a real-world scenario. VPNs can also introduce additional latency and may not be suitable for performance testing. Instead, consider using a proxy service or a VPN service with an API for more reliable and efficient testing.

A proxy server port on a TV refers to a specific port number used by a proxy server to communicate with the TV. The proxy server is a computer or device that acts as an intermediary between the TV and external networks or resources, such as the internet. The port number is a unique identifier that directs the communication to the appropriate service or application on the proxy server.

In the context of a TV, a proxy server port is typically used for firmware updates, app store access, or other communication with external servers. The port number is usually provided by the TV manufacturer or the service provider, and it may vary depending on the specific model or firmware version of the TV.

To use a proxy server with your TV, you will need to configure the TV's network settings to use the proxy server's IP address and port number. This can usually be done through the TV's menu or settings, under the network or internet settings section.

It's important to note that using a proxy server with your TV may have security implications, as it can potentially expose your TV and home network to vulnerabilities.

On smartphones, when a proxy is turned on, the corresponding indicator (the "VPN" icon) appears in the status bar. In Windows you have to go to "Settings", open "Network and Internet". Under "Proxy Server", if the item "Manual" is activated, it means that the proxy is engaged right now.

The easiest way is to try to open any site or application that requires an Internet connection. If the data download goes well, then the VPN is working properly. If there is a "No connection" error, then the VPN is not working properly for some reason.