NETWORK SECURITY
FIREWALLS
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In between two private networks
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In between a private network and a public network
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In between two public networks
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On all of the servers
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Detailed explanation-1: -Where is the optimal place to have a proxy server? Proxy servers should normally be between the private network and the public network. This way they can act as a go-between for all the computers located on the private network. This applies especially to IP proxy servers but might also include HTTP proxy servers.
Detailed explanation-2: -A proxy server sits between your machine and your ISP. In most organizations, proxies are configured by network admins to filter and/or monitor inbound and outbound web traffic from employee computers.
Detailed explanation-3: -Where is the optimal place to have a proxy server? Hardware firewall can be installed on personal computer.
Detailed explanation-4: -A proxy server is a system or router that provides a gateway between users and the internet. Therefore, it helps prevent cyber attackers from entering a private network. It is a server, referred to as an “intermediary” because it goes between end-users and the web pages they visit online.
Detailed explanation-5: -FTP Proxy Server An FTP (File Transfer Protocol) proxy works as an intermediary between all traffic through the FTP protocol. FTP is a protocol used for exchanging files over the Internet and internal networks.