Definition
A Reverse Proxy is a server that sits in front of web servers and forwards client requests to the appropriate backend server, providing load balancing, SSL termination, caching, and an additional layer of security.
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Proxy Server
A Proxy Server is an intermediary server that sits between client devices and the internet, forwarding requests on behalf of clients while providing anonymity, caching, content filtering, and security benefits.
Load Balancer
A Load Balancer is a device or software that distributes incoming network traffic across multiple servers to ensure no single server bears too much demand, improving availability, reliability, and performance of applications.
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
A Web Application Firewall (WAF) is a security solution that monitors, filters, and blocks HTTP/HTTPS traffic to and from web applications, protecting against attacks like SQL injection, XSS, and other OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
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