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proxies server – Latest proxies server news – Despite censorship, cracks widen in China’s Great Firewall
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Ok so 3 more posts today that I’ve dug up – I’m an information JUNKIE on this stuff lately. Give em a browse and let me know what ya reckon. They’re just from a few different sites I’ve been surfing lately that are generally good for information like this…
Despite censorship, cracks widen in China's Great Firewall
Anyone who wants to evade China's online censorship can do so by using a proxy server or a virtual private network, or VPN. Above, an Internet cafe in … Read More…
How to Tether Your Android Phone
Proxoid turns your Android device into a proxy server that your computer uses to make internet requests. Proxoid is free in the Android market, … Read More…
New RIM Patent Aims To Speed Up Your Internet Connection
RIM have filed a patent with the US Patent and Trademark office that seeks to speed up your Internet connection by setting up a proxy server … Read More…
That’s all the news for today guys, so until next time, thanks for stopping by.
Review: I'm InTouch 7.2 – Yahoo! News UK
01 Communique supplied us with a couple of trial accounts for I'm InTouch, enabling us to evaluate its so-called Premium service. This adds central administration and remote power-on to the core remote control, chat and file transfer tools of the base product and, as such, is aimed at the business rather than ordinary home user.
To get started we logged onto the I'm InTouch web site using the credentials provided, then activated our licences, supplying user names and passwords to connect to each of our test desktops. For security the credentials are stored on the PC itself rather than the I'm InTouch server, and you can also assign a nickname to each computer to make them easier to identify.
That done, we simply followed the link provided to download client software onto the PCs we wanted to control, designated 'hosts' by the I'm InTouch people. This is fairly easy and there's support for all versions of Windows from 2000 onwards, including 32-bit and 64-bit versions of both Vista and Windows 7.
On the downside, the setup is a fairly lengthy process involving a great deal of code and requiring a lot of user input. Still, we managed to work our way through it all without any hiccups and, once installed, were able to connect to our hosts from the I'm InTouch web portal simply by selecting the computer we wanted. This we did either by typing its name or choosing from a list showing which of our hosts were online and ready to access.
There was no need to explicitly install any software on the controlling PC, although for full desktop access a Java applet will be downloaded. However, if Java isn't available or downloads are blocked you can opt to just transfer files or connect to Outlook on the remote PC instead (where available) to access email. You can also connect to a remote webcam, if configured.
We found the Outlook option very useful, especially when connecting from a smartphone with a limited display, giving us quick access to email without the need for local client software. We could also access our contacts and calendars, and configure the I'm InTouch host to email us when new messages were received. Not quite 'push' email, but a workable substitute nonetheless.
It's also worth noting that, as with most 'real' customers, our remote client PCs were located behind NAT protected firewalls, as were the systems used to control them. This can cause real problems with some remote control products, but not I'm InTouch where the initial connections are all outbound (brokered by the I'm InTouch communication server), so in most circumstances it just works, regardless of firewall or proxy server settings.
As for performance, some of our tests were done using PCs on the same local network while, for others, we connected to remote locations linked by broadband services. We also connected remotely over a 3G network and were impressed with the response, even with the limited bandwidth that gave us. The ability to switch between dual displays was really useful and it was easy to resize the desktop to suit the machine we were using. We also found it easy and quick to transfer files and print locally, without having to install extra drivers.
There were a few things we didn't like, not least the huge amount of client code we had to download and install onto the host PCs. This contrasts with other remote control programs, like TeamViewer, where the client takes just a few seconds to fetch and can simply be run rather than installed onto the host PC. As such we can't really see I'm InTouch being used for ad-hoc helpdesk or other support applications. Indeed the company has a separate product – I'm On Call – for that.
Similarly, although it's nice to be able to power up a remote desktop otherwise left switched off, there are a couple of pre-requisites. One is support for Wake-on-LAN on the target PC, the other the need for an always-on wake-up proxy on the remote network, adding to the cost and complexity of the solution.
Such concerns aside, we found I'm InTouch easy to use and a good performer. It does have its limitations and lots of competition, but is worth looking at by anyone needing to provide users with secure remote access to their desktops when out of the office.
When it comes to setting security for your Internet servers choosing the correct HTTP proxy or paid SOCKS proxy can become a daunting project. Especially, if you do not know what you are doing. If this has become your responsibility, and you do not know the first thing about servers, than your first order of business will be to develop an understanding of the different service servers provide. “SOCKS” does not stand for a nice pair of comfortable socks.
SOCKS vs. HTTP
It is an abbreviation for “sockets,” which is a server-based application or server which is used to transfer information and/or data between clients computers. These servers use a set of filtering rules to enhance the security for your Internet usage. Paid SOCKS proxies uses Internet protocol to keep client machines anonymous and safe for security purposes. These servers will also enhance the speed and accessibility to routinely access data. This is especially apparent when used in conjunction with a firewall. HTTP proxy servers work in a similar fashion. However, instead of using a particular list of rules HTTP proxies will pool the information or request through one server to give users a safe way to browse the Internet.
Made A Decision Yet?
Now that you understand more about HTTP proxies, and paid SOCKS proxy servers having to make a choice has just become easier. SOCKS proxy technology simply transfers data from server to server it without penetrating the data content. Therefore, a paid SOCKS proxy can work with any SOCKS version. A SOCKS 4 with TCP will work with a SOCKS 5 with TCP and UDP protocols. It can also work with other formats like HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3 and NNTP. This becomes an added benefit as your company continues to grow and you need to add new servers. The servers expandability means you will not have to purchase an entirely new system. All you will need to do is add to the servers you already have.
SOCKS In-Depth
There are currently three different paid SOCKS proxy servers available on the market’s list today. You can have the opportunity to choose between SOCKS protocol 4, 4a and 5. The 4 and 4a versions are older and more widespread. While the 5th version is newer and supports most of the more popular programs; such programs as ICQ, Napster, MP3 file downloads, AudioGalaxy. Understanding the different between the servers makes it easier to determine which proxy server will work best for your company.
Is There Really A Difference?
Even though there are several different types of proxy servers they are all fundamentally created to do the same job. They provide Internet access with a sense of security to feel free to browse and purchase items online. A suitable proxy service will enable management to monitor the Internet usage across the company. This becomes paramount when management thinks that some of their employees are abusing their right to use the Internet. This abuse can inflict a company wide virus that can take down the entire companies usage.
You are here for a paid SOCKS proxy, or a paid HTTP proxy. The choice is yours.
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