Forward proxy vs. reverse proxy: What’s the difference?
What is Proxy Server
proxy server is a server that acts as an intermediary between a client and a server. When a client requests a resource from a server, the proxy server forwards the request on behalf of the client.
What is Forward proxy
Forward proxy sits between clients and the internet. They act as intermediaries, forwarding requests from clients to the internet and returning responses back to the clients. Forward proxies can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- This can be useful for protecting the client’s privacy or for bypassing geo-restrictions.
- Forward proxies can cache frequently accessed content, which can improve performance.
- Forward proxies can filter traffic, blocking malicious requests or content.
What is reverse proxy
Reverse proxy sit between web servers and the internet. They act as a front-end for the web servers, accepting requests from clients and forwarding them to the appropriate web server. Reverse proxies can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Reverse proxies can distribute traffic across multiple web servers, improving scalability. Reverse proxies can terminate SSL connections, which can improve security.
- Reverse proxies can rewrite URLs, which can be useful for redirecting traffic or for implementing content negotiation.
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