Socks over HTTP software allows users to create a secure tunnel for their internet activity by routing SOCKS traffic through an HTTP server, ensuring privacy and security.
However, many companies restrict firewall traversals and only allow HTTP requests, which is where Socks via HTTP comes in handy. With this software, users can access a miniature SOCKS server for the SOCKS client through an HTTP proxy to a remote server that establishes the actual connection.
One of the significant selling points of Socks via HTTP is that it is 100% Java and can run on any operating system. It is entirely written in Java, meaning users must be familiar with Java, firewalls, and proxies to use it.
To run it, users only need a firewalled computer (ideally the one they use at work), which must have access to the WWW, and a server located outside the firewalled area (a computer with a permanent internet connection). The server must also have full access to the internet.
The latest release features a new communication method between the client and server, a CRC check on the packets, and a new, more accurate HTTP traffic minimization approach. Additionally, users can define aliases on the servlet names, and the JHttpServer can preload servlets on startup. The client can also choose parameters like on-the-fly compression and encryption, and a major bug that could make the client was fixed. Some bugs in the Socks4 and Socks5 handlers were also fixed.
In summary, Socks via HTTP is an innovative program that makes it possible to access network services even with restrictive firewalls and proxies. It is easy to set up, runs on all operating systems, and offers a robust and secure solution.
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