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What is the primary function of a proxy server?
Question

What is the primary function of a proxy server?

A.

Act as a gateway between user and the Internet

B.

Encrypt and protect all sensitive user data

C.

Detect and eliminate malware from systems

D.

Create and manage regular system backups

E.

None of the above

Correct option is A


• A proxy server acts as an intermediary between the end user and external websites/services.
• It masks the user’s IP address, enhancing privacy and helping bypass content restrictions.
• It can cache frequently accessed data to improve speed and reduce bandwidth usage.
• Additional benefits: content filtering, access control, and logging of user requests.
→ Therefore, the primary function is to act as a gateway between users and the Internet.

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