Difference between revisions of "Open proxy"
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| − | An '''open proxy''' is a security lacking server that allows | + | An '''open proxy''' is a security lacking server that allows [[Internet]] users to connect through to hide their identity. There are many forms of open proxies, some intentionally set up as such and others being a side effect of security loop holes. Open proxies are often used to conduct questionable activities. Many sites, including [[Conservapedia]] and [[Wikipedia]], restrict the use of open proxies due to abuse. |
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Revision as of 00:19, February 17, 2010
An open proxy is a security lacking server that allows Internet users to connect through to hide their identity. There are many forms of open proxies, some intentionally set up as such and others being a side effect of security loop holes. Open proxies are often used to conduct questionable activities. Many sites, including Conservapedia and Wikipedia, restrict the use of open proxies due to abuse.