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Web Browsers - Checking for a Proxy

A proxy is a program that acts as a middleman between your web browser and the internet. It intercepts requests coming in and out of your computer and does something with them first. Sometimes they are necessary for certain programs or Internet Service Providers (ISPs), but they can prevent your browser from behaving correctly.

The instructions for checking your browser for a proxy is dependent on the browser you are using.

Windows

Browser Document Link
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Internet Explorer 6/7/8/9/10
Internet Explorer (Win) - Checking for a Proxy
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Firefox 24.0
Firefox 24.0 (Win) - Checking for a Proxy
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Chrome
Chrome (Win) - Checking for a Proxy
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Opera 9/10
Opera 9/10 (Win) - Checking for a Proxy
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Safari 5
Safari (Win) - Checking for a Proxy

Mac OS X

Browser Document Link
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Firefox 24.0
Firefox 24.0 (Mac) - Checking for a Proxy
safari_icon.png
Safari 5
Safari (Mac) - Checking for a Proxy
chrome_icon.png
Chrome
Chrome (Mac) - Checking for a Proxy
opera_icon.png
Opera
Opera (Mac) - Checking for a Proxy


Keywordsweb browser proxy network config   Doc ID6527
OwnerHelp Desk KB TeamGroupDoIT Help Desk
Created2007-09-26 19:00:00Updated2018-06-14 15:08:10
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