reverse proxy

A reverse proxy is a server that sits between users and web servers. When you access a website, your request goes to the reverse proxy first, which then forwards it to the appropriate web server. The web server responds to the reverse proxy, which sends the response back to you. This setup enhances security, balances traffic, and improves loading times, as it can cache content and handle requests efficiently. Essentially, a reverse proxy acts as an intermediary that helps manage and optimize communications between users and multiple web servers.