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In computer networks, a reverse proxy is a type of proxy server that retrieves resources on behalf of a client from one or more servers. These resources are then returned to the client like they originated from the proxy server itself. Contrary to a forward proxy, which is an intermediary for its associated clients to contact any server, a reverse proxy is an intermediary for its associated servers to be contacted by any client.
Quite often, popular web servers utilize reverse-proxying functionality, shielding application frameworks of weaker HTTP capabilities.
Uses of reverse proxies
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