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Argonath RPG Community => Forum and site ideas and information => Topic started by: jdixo17 on February 27, 2012, 01:50:24 pm

Title: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: jdixo17 on February 27, 2012, 01:50:24 pm

Hello,

I have around 7 computers all configured with a proxy on the local network so I can password protect the internet, limit bandwidth etc. I was wondering if it was possible to allow us to use these proxies to logon to the forums. It's just a pain having to change the group policy just so I can disable the proxy and log on.

Thanks.

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: Reece on February 27, 2012, 01:58:29 pm

There are certain (free) proxies which are likely blocked (known bots) or banned for being bots etc etc...

FYI, I'm using a proxy right now.

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: jdixo17 on February 27, 2012, 02:02:28 pm

Quote from: Reece. on February 27, 2012, 01:58:29 pm

There are certain (free) proxies which are likely blocked (known bots) or banned for being bots etc etc...

FYI, I'm using a proxy right now.

I am using CCProxy at the moment. :/

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: Hidduh on February 27, 2012, 02:37:54 pm

I'm experiencing the same problem when I try to access the forums at school.. Yes, I seriously check the Argonath forums at school.. when i'm bored.

Big Whoop, Wanna Fight About It? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30GD25un0XQ#)

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: Reece on February 27, 2012, 03:09:25 pm

It's likely your school's proxy is used to block certain sites, and it possibly blocks SMF forums, as my schools' does however I have a work around.

Try using something like a VPN, such as hotspot shield to get around the proxy, if this is practical.

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: jdixo17 on February 28, 2012, 01:28:47 pm

(http://s8.postimage.org/bwwb9r67o/Untitled.jpg)

Might just add an exception in the group policy... Only solution I can think of right now.

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: Gandalf on February 28, 2012, 02:11:30 pm

The problem with proxies is that they are often misused. There for we usually do not unblock proxies.
If the use of a proxy makes you able to see the forum but login is banned, PM me so I can review how long this ban has existed.
If you can not see the site or forum at all, use another proxy.

Title: Re: Let us use transparent proxies when logging on
Post by: Aldo on February 28, 2012, 05:28:55 pm

Get a private VPN for about $15/month, problems solved