Proxy Server changes over Spring Break 2023



Please note: over Spring Break, Schaffer Library will transition some library links from one proxy server to another one. The proxy server allows Union faculty and students to access some of our databases and journals from off campus.To get more news about site proxy, you can visit pyproxy.com official website.

What do I need to do?
For most of our resources, there should be nothing you will need to do. Links should seamlessly move from one server to another. We will ensure that all library resources linked from the library’s website will work properly.

However, if you have added library resources to your Nexus classes, bookmarks, or other documents, please take a moment to review them.
If you do not get a chance to do this, it’s okay! Your links should be redirected seamlessly to our new server.

For any links that are not seamlessly redirected, you will arrive at a library page that will ask you to report the link to us.
How Does the Proxy Protect Computer Privacy and Data?
A proxy server performs the function of a firewall and filter. The end-user or a network administrator can choose a proxy designed to protect data and privacy. This examines the data going in and out of your computer or network. It then applies rules to prevent you from having to expose your digital address to the world. Only the proxy’s IP address is seen by hackers or other bad actors. Without your personal IP address, people on the internet do not have direct access to your personal data, schedules, apps, or files.

With it in place, web requests go to the proxy, which then reaches out and gets what you want from the internet. If the server has encryption capabilities, passwords and other personal data get an extra tier of protection.
Types of Proxy Servers
While all proxy servers give users an alternate address with which to use the internet, there are several different kinds—each with its own features. Understanding the details behind the list of proxy types will help you make a choice based on your use case and specific needs.

Forward Proxy
A forward proxy sits in front of clients and is used to get data to groups of users within an internal network. When a request is sent, the proxy server examines it to decide whether it should proceed with making a connection.

A forward proxy is best suited for internal networks that need a single point of entry. It provides IP address security for those in the network and allows for straightforward administrative control. However, a forward proxy may limit an organization’s ability to cater to the needs of individual end-users.