URL Error (172702972): An error has occured while trying to browse through the proxy.
Failed to connect to the specified host. Possible problems are that the server was not found, the connection timed out, or the connection refused by the host. Try connecting again and check if the address is correct.
About web proxies and anonymous web surfing
Free web-based proxy sites let you to bypass work and school security by fetching the website's data themselves, and then sending it to you through the proxy site. These proxies are powered by software that resides on the server, typically either PHProxy or CGIProxy. Not only do they allow you to circumvent the blocks put in place by network administrators, they also protect your online privacy by masking your IP Address, thus allowing you to surf the web anonymously. When you surf without a proxy, your computer is exposed to all types of potentially harmful content (such as viruses and spyware), and your personal information can easily be recorded by data trackers. Keep using sites like this one, and stay safe and happy!