Software for Proxy Servers

Proxy server software enhances functionality when you encounter a situation in which you need to hide or change your Internet Protocol address. Software programs for proxy servers vary in price and features.

Software

• DDProxy (free, as of November 2010), ProxyWay Extra (15-day free trial period, $139.95, as of November 2010) and FastProxySwitch (30-day free trial period, $49.95, as of November 2010) are different types of proxy server software available on the Internet for free or purchase.

Key Features

• DDProxy has the ability to share Internet connections with other PCs, as well as the ability to block any ad or malware websites. ProxyWay Extra allows users to hide their Internet connection when visiting websites, downloading files and accessing email accounts. FastProxySwitch has the ability to switch between proxy servers with ease, as well as hide Internet Protocol addresses when accessing the Internet.

Download Details

• The proxy server software programs are available for all Windows operating systems, including Windows 7. DDProxy requires 1.5 MB of free hard drive space for installation purposes, ProxyWayExtra requires 4.9 MB and FastProxySwitch requires 4.4 MB.