Let's talk about proxy servers. Proxy servers are often confused with virtual private networks (VPNs) because their network architectures are very similar. But proxies and VPNs are very different ...

Discussions about proxy servers are often in the context of cybersecurity. That's because, as a general rule, proxy servers are used to mask the location or identity of an end user on the internet.

Here at PCMag, we cover a lot of security tools here that we hope you're using, like antivirus software and VPNs. But there are lesser-known protection methods you should know about, including proxy ...