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In the realm of network management, proxy servers play a crucial role in controlling access, caching responses for quicker retrieval, and enhancing security by anonymizing client requests. Apache HTTP Server, commonly referred to as Apache, is primarily known for its robust performance as a web server. However, with the right configuration, it can also serve as an efficient forward proxy. In this blog, we'll walk through the steps to set up Apache as a forward proxy using Linux Bash. Before diving into the setup process, ensure that you have the following:
- A Linux system with root or sudo privileges.
- Apache HTTP Server installed. You can install Apache using your Linux distribution's package manager.