Wiremock Proxy

Chromium does not support proxies in-house. There is a corresponding item in the menu, but clicking on it will open the regular proxy server settings in Windows or MacOS.

Scraping without libraries in Python typically involves making HTTP requests, parsing HTML (or other markup languages), and extracting data using basic string manipulation or regular expressions. However, it's important to note that using established libraries like requests for making HTTP requests and BeautifulSoup or lxml for parsing HTML is generally recommended due to their ease of use, reliability, and built-in features.

Here's a simple example of scraping without libraries, where we use Python's built-in urllib for making an HTTP request and then perform basic string manipulation to extract data. In this example, we'll scrape the title of a website:

import urllib.request

def scrape_website(url):
    try:
        # Make an HTTP request
        response = urllib.request.urlopen(url)
        
        # Read the HTML content
        html_content = response.read().decode('utf-8')

        # Extract the title using string manipulation
        title_start = html_content.find('', title_start)
        title = html_content[title_start:title_end].strip()

        return title
    except Exception as e:
        print(f"Error: {e}")
        return None

# Replace 'https://example.com' with the URL you want to scrape
url_to_scrape = 'https://example.com'
scraped_title = scrape_website(url_to_scrape)

if scraped_title:
    print(f"Scraped title: {scraped_title}")
else:
    print("Scraping failed.")

Keep in mind that scraping without libraries can quickly become complex as you need to handle various aspects such as handling redirects, managing cookies, dealing with different encodings, and more. Libraries like requests and BeautifulSoup abstract away many of these complexities and provide a more robust solution.

Using established libraries is generally recommended for web scraping due to the potential pitfalls and challenges involved in handling various edge cases on the web. Always ensure that your scraping activities comply with the website's terms of service and legal requirements.

Setting up a proxy server correctly involves choosing the right hardware, selecting a suitable proxy server software, configuring the server, and securing the connection. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you set up a proxy server:

1. Choose the right hardware: Select a server or computer with adequate resources (CPU, RAM, and storage) to handle the expected number of connections and data transfer rates. You may also want to consider using dedicated hardware or a virtual private server (VPS) for better performance and security.

2. Select proxy server software: There are various proxy server software options available, such as Privoxy, Squid, and PacketFence. Choose a software that suits your needs, considering factors like ease of use, performance, and compatibility with your operating system.

3. Install the proxy server software: Follow the instructions provided by the software vendor to install the proxy server software on your chosen hardware. Make sure to download the software from a reputable source and use the latest version to ensure security and compatibility.

4. Configure the server: Configure the proxy server software according to your requirements. This may include setting up the IP address, port number, and authentication methods (e.g., username and password, IP filtering, or HTTP authentication). You can also configure additional settings, such as caching, bandwidth limits, and access control lists.

5. Secure the connection: Ensure that your proxy server is secure by using encryption (e.g., SSL/TLS) and implementing firewalls or intrusion detection systems. Regularly update the software and apply security patches to minimize vulnerabilities.

6. Test the proxy server: Once the server is set up and configured, test its functionality and performance. Verify that it can handle incoming connections, forward requests correctly, and maintain the desired level of anonymity or security.

7. Share the proxy server: If you want to share your proxy server with others, provide them with the IP address, port number, and any necessary authentication credentials. Be cautious when sharing your proxy server, as it can expose your IP address and bandwidth to others, potentially leading to security risks or abuse.

One way to bypass parsing protection is to use a proxy server. After all, collecting information is most often done through special software. And it can be automatically blocked. But not when a proxy or VPN is used.

Technically, a proxy is an ordinary computer or server connected to a network (local or Internet). It accepts traffic from the user, redirects it to the address that was specified in the request. And then receives the response from the server and transmits it to the user's equipment. That is, it is actually an intermediary.