What is an internet proxy and how it works?

[RashikaGupta]

I'm repeatedly coming across the term, “Internet proxy”. Does anyone know what is this, and how it works?

 

[jainnaman561]

An internet proxy acts as a middleman between your device and the internet, forwarding your requests and receiving responses on your behalf, also used for privacy, security, or to bypass restrictions.

 

[John]

An internet proxy is a server that acts as an intermediary between your device and the internet. When you use a proxy, your web requests are routed through it, masking your IP address and enhancing privacy. It can filter, cache, or modify content, and is often used for anonymous browsing, accessing restricted websites, or improving connection speed.