Reverse Proxy Vs Forward Proxy
Reverse Proxy What is Reverse Proxy Server A reverse proxy server is an intermediate connection point positioned at a network’s edge. It receives initial HTTP connection requests, acting like the actual endpoint. Essentially your network’s traffic cop, the reverse proxy serves as a gateway between users and your application origin server . In so doing it handles all policy management and traffic routing. A reverse proxy operates by: Receiving a user connection request Completing a TCP three-way handshake, terminating the initial connection Connecting with the origin server and forwarding the