UK Based Proxy Server

Open the Chrome preferences screen, and then, expanding the advanced settings menu, click on the "Advanced" section. Open the "System" item, then on the tab that opens, click on "Open proxy settings for computer". The proxy settings interface will appear in front of you. This will be either the "System Settings" application or the "Browser Properties" application, depending on your operating system.

Connecting through a proxy server means routing your internet traffic and requests through an intermediary server, rather than directly to the destination server. The proxy server processes the client's requests and sends them to the destination server on their behalf. When the destination server responds, the proxy server receives the response and forwards it back to the client.

The main reasons for connecting through a proxy server include:

1. Anonymity and privacy: By routing requests through a proxy server, the client's IP address and location are hidden from the destination server, as the proxy server's IP address is displayed instead. This can help protect the client's identity and privacy.

2. Access control and content filtering: Proxy servers can be configured to enforce access policies, restrict access to certain websites, or filter content based on criteria such as keywords or categories. This can help organizations maintain a safe and secure browsing environment for their users.

3. Performance optimization: Proxy servers can cache frequently accessed content, compress data, and implement other optimization techniques to improve performance and reduce the load on destination servers.

4. Bypassing restrictions: In some cases, connecting through a proxy server can help bypass internet restrictions or access content that is otherwise blocked due to geographical or organizational limitations.

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 find out your proxy using the Socproxy.ru/ip service from your computer or cell phone. Your IP or proxy address will appear on the main page of the site. Another option is to download the SocialKit Proxy Checker utility, which you can use to check your proxy for validity. If a proxy is used in the browser settings, you can find out its parameters there as well.

Not all routers support proxies, this nuance should be clarified with the manufacturer. But many of the routers from Asus, TP-Link, Xiaomi work well with this type of connection. All this is configured through the web interface. By the way, for some routers, custom Padavan firmware is also available. The proxy works best there, especially in the presence of the OpenVPN plugin.