Tutoriel : Comment configurer un proxy
Proxies are servers that act as intermediaries between a user and the Internet. They are commonly used to improve security, performance, and access to blocked or restricted content. Setting up a proxy can be a bit tricky, but with the right instructions, it can be done easily. In this article, we will discuss how to set up HTTPS and SOCKS proxies on different devices.
How to set up proxy on Windows 10 and 11
- Open the Start menu and click on the "Settings" icon (it looks like a gear).
- In the Settings menu, click on "Network & Internet".
- In the Network & Internet menu, click on "Proxy".
- In the Proxy menu, toggle the switch for "Use a proxy server" to the "On" position.
- Enter the IP address and port number for the proxy server you want to use.
- Click "Save" to apply the changes.
How to set up proxy on MacOS
- Open the System Preferences and click on "Network".
- Select the network connection you want to use (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and click on "Advanced".
- In the Advanced menu, click on the "Proxies" tab.
- Check the box for "Web Proxy (HTTP)" and enter the IP address and port number for the proxy server you want to use.
- Click "Apply" to save the changes.
How to set up proxy on Ubuntu Linux
- Open the terminal and enter the command "sudo nano /etc/environment".
- Add the line "http_proxy=http://[proxy-server-ip]:[proxy-server-port]" (without the brackets) and press "Ctrl + X" to save the changes.
- Enter the command "source /etc/environment" to apply the changes.
How to set up proxy on smartphone with Android
- Open the "Settings" app on your Android device.
- Scroll down and tap on "Wi-Fi".
- Long press on the network you are currently connected to and select "Modify network".
- In the "Advanced options" menu, toggle the switch for "Proxy" to the "On" position.
- Enter the IP address and port number for the proxy server you want to use.
- Tap "Save" to apply the changes.
How to set up proxy on smartphone with Apple iOS
- Open the "Settings" app on your iOS device.
- Tap on "Wi-Fi" and select the network you are currently connected to.
- Tap on the "i" icon next to the network.
- Tap on "Configure Proxy" and toggle the switch to "On".
- Enter the IP address and port number for the proxy server you want to use.
- Tap "Done" to apply the changes.
In summary, setting up a proxy on different devices can vary depending on the operating system and device you are using. However, the basic steps involve accessing the network settings, enabling the proxy, and entering the IP address and port number for the proxy server. With these instructions, you should be able to set up a proxy on Windows, MacOS, Ubuntu Linux, Android and iOS.