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SOCKS Last modified: Sunday, December 14, 1997
A protocol for handling TCP traffic through a proxy server. It can be used with virtually any TCP application, including Web browsers and FTP clients. It provides a simple firewall because it checks incoming and outgoing packets and hides the IP addresses of client applications. There are two main versions of SOCKS -- V4 and V5. V5 adds an authentication mechanism for additional security. There are many freeware implementations of both versions. One of the most common V5 implementations is SOCKS5, developed by NEC. SOCKS was recently accepted as an IETF standard and is documented in RFC 1928, 1929 and 1961.
Introduction to SOCKS Provides a good overview of SOCKS, including some helpful diagrams. SOCKS FAQ Detailed and up-to-date FAQ on SOCKS. Maintained by several engineers at NEC. SOCKS home page Home page for the unofficial SOCKS web site hosted by NEC. SOCKS Resources Index of Web pages and sites related to SOCKS. The page is maintained by Aventail Corporation, a leading provider of VPN solutions. SOCKS5 FAQ Answers questions about NEC's implementation of the SOCK V5 protocol.	Related Categories Internet Protocols Security Related Terms proxy server TCP SOCKS Products : Top Store Offers: Amazon  3.60# SELECT-Transfer fabric with Sensura yarns for dry comfort # Highly stretchable fabric # Seamless toe construction for the ultimate in comfort # Ligh... Half-Moon Outfitters  4.99An organic union of the superior Ultimax- Moisture Control System with the elemental odor elimination qualities of X-Static- Silver Nylon.p> Material... L.L.Bean  15.95Stay warm on cold, wet days in soft, quick-drying polyester fleece socks. Flatlock seams won't chafe. 200-weight fleece for the fit of a midweight soc... Zappos.com  31.00Stop those feet from barking with the Juicy Dog Crown Sock from Juicy Couture! ; Juicy, Juicy script with striped print. ; Smells like Couture. GP scr... Campmor  15.99Thorlo Women's Hiking SocksBecause a woman's foot is shaped differently than a man's, Thorlo has designed women's specific socks. Extra stretch yarn a... Compare all matches: 61275 Store Offers