How do I use a proxy?

Here's how to set your proxy up from within IE.

1. Open the IE toolbar and select Internet Options.

2. Open the Connections tab.

3. Select LAN Settings.

4. Check the “Use a proxy server for your LAN” box.

5. When prompted, enter the proxy server name and port number.

6. Click OK to save your settings

What should my proxy settings be?

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One of the most crucial settings when setting up an HTTP proxy is the ports. Incorrect port settings will prevent you from establishing any connection. Typical HTTP ports are 80, 8080, and 465 if you want to use HTTPS. Your particular port numbers may be different and highly dependent on your ISP, firewall, and router.

Should i set proxy on or off?

It's basically split into two configurations: either Automatic or Manual proxy setup. In 99% of the cases, everything should be set to Off. If anything is turned on, your web traffic could be going through a proxy.

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what is the use of proxy settings?

 A proxy server acts as a gateway between you and the internet. ... Modern proxy servers do much more than forwarding web requests, all in the name of data security and network performance. Proxy servers act as a firewall and web filter, provide shared network connections, and cache data to speed up common requests.                                           

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