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Internet PROXY
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Proxy services are most commonly used to filter access to Internet content, to ensure security, administrative control, and protect
networks from spam or viruses coming from infected websites. The UAE University uses Bluecoat as Internet Proxy services.
Benefits:
Proxy service is used to restrict specific IP address or protocol
Proxy service is used to provide log/reporting necessary for monitoring websites access and spam attacks arising from
particular sites.