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Proxy autoconfiguration is a feature that allows a client to automatically discover and configure the settings required to connect to a proxy server. This is typically done using a configuration file or script that provides instructions on how to set up the client's proxy settings.

The most common format for proxy autoconfiguration is the Proxy Auto-Config (PAC) file. A PAC file is a JavaScript file that contains functions to determine the appropriate proxy server(s) to use for a given URL or network condition. When a client is configured to use a PAC file, it will automatically execute the PAC script to determine the best proxy server for each request.

Another format for proxy autoconfiguration is the Web Proxy Autodiscovery Protocol (WPAD). WPAD uses a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) option or a Domain Name System (DNS) query to locate a configuration script (usually named "wpad.dat") that contains the proxy settings. The client then executes the script to determine the appropriate proxy server(s) to use.

Proxy autoconfiguration makes it easier for clients to connect to the correct proxy server without manual configuration, especially in large organizations or networks where proxy settings may change frequently. It also allows for centralized management of proxy settings, making it simpler to update or change configurations across the entire network.

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.

Setting up a proxy on your TV depends on the type of TV and the operating system it uses. Some smart TVs run on platforms like Android TV, webOS, or Tizen, which allow you to install apps and configure network settings. Here, I will provide instructions for popular smart TV platforms:

Android TV:
- Press the "Home" button on your remote control.
- Scroll up or down to "Apps" and highlight "Settings."
- Select "Network" or "Network & Internet."
- Choose "Advanced settings" or "More settings."
- Select "Manage proxy settings" or "Proxy settings."
- Choose "Enable proxy" and enter the proxy server address, port, and authentication credentials (if required).
- Save the settings and restart your TV if necessary.

webOS (LG Smart TV):
- Press the "Home" button on your remote control.
- Scroll up or down to "Settings" and select it.
- Choose "All Settings" or "General."
- Select "Network" or "Internet."
- Choose "Wi-Fi Direct" or "Wired" depending on your connection type.
- Select "Advanced settings" or "Internet settings."
- Choose "Manual proxy settings" and enter the proxy server address, port, and authentication credentials (if required).
- Save the settings and restart your TV if necessary.

Tizen (Samsung Smart TV):
- Press the "Menu" button on your remote control.
- Scroll up or down to "Settings" and select it.
- Choose "General" or "Network."
- Select "Network status" or "Internet."
- Choose "Wi-Fi" or "Wired" depending on your connection type.
- Select "Advanced settings" or "Internet settings."
- Choose "Manual proxy settings" and enter the proxy server address, port, and authentication credentials (if required).
- Save the settings and restart your TV if necessary.

The basic configuration is written in nginx.conf file in the program directory. You need to create a server article and specify there the port number and the place for cached data. Thus, for example, by using port 8080 you may organize a local proxy to test your own sites.

You can check it with the ping command from the command line in Windows. It is enough to enter it, with a space - the data of the proxy server (including the number of the port used) and press Enter. The reply message will tell you whether or not you have received a reply from the remote server. If not, the proxy is unavailable, respectively.