Tag: Basic Networking

How Proxies Work at OSI Layers 3, 4, and 7

Introduction Proxies are often described in simple terms as “devices that sit between clients and servers.”However, in real enterprise networks, how a proxy behaves depends heavily on the OSI layer at which it operates. A proxy can function at: Each layer provides different visibility, control, performance, and security capabilities. Understanding proxy behavior at OSI layers […]