Proxy Profile

To check if your computer uses a proxy-server, you just need to use any browser (Yandex Browser, Opera, Google Chrome). Then you need to follow the algorithm:

Start your browser.
Go to "Settings".
In the search box enter the query "proxy".
Click on "Proxy settings".
In the tab that opens, select "Network settings".
This will open a tab with the IP address and port of the proxy server, if it is used. If the function is disabled, the line will be empty, and the option itself is disabled.

You can check the validity of proxies by using special software and a proxy checker. These tools not only check if the proxy is working, but also inform you about possible blocking by various platforms and social networks. Online services (checkers) also provide information related to ping, speed, proxy anonymity level, and geo. The combination of all these data allows for the most objective assessment of a proxy server's performance.

In Swift, you can use the Codable protocol to parse JSON data into Swift objects. Here's a basic example:

Assuming you have the following JSON data:

{
    "name": "John Doe",
    "age": 30,
    "city": "New York"
}

And you want to create a Swift struct to represent this data:

import Foundation

// Define a struct conforming to Codable
struct Person: Codable {
    let name: String
    let age: Int
    let city: String
}

// JSON data
let jsonData = """
{
    "name": "John Doe",
    "age": 30,
    "city": "New York"
}
""".data(using: .utf8)!

// Use JSONDecoder to decode JSON data into a Person object
do {
    let person = try JSONDecoder().decode(Person.self, from: jsonData)
    print("Name: \(person.name)")
    print("Age: \(person.age)")
    print("City: \(person.city)")
} catch {
    print("Error decoding JSON: \(error)")
}

In this example:

• We define a Person struct that conforms to the Codable protocol. The struct's properties match the keys in the JSON data.
• We create a JSON string and convert it to Data using data(using:).
• We use JSONDecoder to decode the JSON data into an instance of the Person struct.

Ensure that the keys in your Swift struct match the keys in your JSON data, and the data types match accordingly. The JSONDecoder automatically maps the JSON data to the struct based on the property names.

This example assumes a simple JSON structure. If your JSON structure is more complex, you may need to define additional structs conforming to Codable to represent nested structures.

Note: If your JSON data comes from a URL, you can also use URLSession to fetch the data.

Bypassing CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart) is generally considered unethical and against the terms of service of most websites. CAPTCHAs are designed to ensure that interactions with a website are performed by humans rather than automated scripts. Attempting to bypass CAPTCHA measures without explicit permission is likely to violate the website's terms of service and may have legal consequences.

If you are facing challenges with CAPTCHAs while using Selenium, consider the following alternatives:

1. Use CAPTCHA Solving Services:

   • Some third-party services offer CAPTCHA solving solutions. These services may use human workers to solve CAPTCHAs for you. However, keep in mind that using such services may still violate the terms of service of the website.

2. Contact the Website Owner:

   • If you are legitimately using Selenium for testing purposes or any other sanctioned activity, consider reaching out to the website owner or administrator. They may provide you with a way to bypass CAPTCHAs for testing purposes.

3. Use Headless Browsing:

   • Some websites may implement CAPTCHAs only for users interacting with the website in a visible browser window. Running Selenium in headless mode (without a visible browser) may reduce the likelihood of encountering CAPTCHAs.

4. Automate Only What's Necessary:

   • Avoid unnecessary interactions with the website and automate only what is essential. Excessive and rapid interactions may trigger CAPTCHAs.

5. Consider Alternatives:

   • Explore alternatives to web scraping if CAPTCHAs are a significant obstacle. Some websites provide APIs or other methods for accessing data without the need for traditional web scraping.

Always respect the terms of service of the websites you are interacting with and seek permission if you encounter obstacles like CAPTCHAs. Attempting to bypass security measures without authorization is not only unethical but may also lead to legal consequences.

To open proxy server settings on popular platforms, follow these general steps:

Open the browser or system settings.
Locate the network or connection settings section.
Find the proxy settings or proxy server options.
Enter the proxy server address, port, and authentication details if required.

The specific process varies depending on the platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS) and browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Chrome) being used.