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 ...

Most of the time, when you open a website, your computer talks directly to the web server on the other end. But there are times you might want it to take a detour. That’s where proxy servers can help.

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 ...