Windows 10 Proxy Settings: System Level Configuration

Hands-on with Windows Proxy Settings

Recently, some people always ask me, why is it so difficult to mess with the proxy server on Windows 10? In fact, this thing, just like we go to the supermarket to find shelves, find the right place is simple. Today we will nag this system-level configuration, to ensure that you can get started after reading the operation.

Why bother with proxy IPs?

To give a chestnut, just like online shopping to use the courier transit station, the proxy IP is your network middleman. Use ipipgo home services, equivalent to the home network opened a VIP channel. Especially for those who do data collection, using theirLong-lasting static IP pool, much more reliable than those dynamic IPs that drop out in three days.

Setup tutorial (nanny level)

1. Right-click on the network icon in the lower-right corner→Open Network and Internet Settings
2. Left menu stampact on behalf of sb. in a responsible positionoptions (as in computer software settings)
3. Fill in the manual settings that ipipgo gave you.Server address + port number
4. Don't forget to exclude local addresses (e.g. 127.0.0.1; localhost)

// Sample autoconfiguration script
function FindProxyForURL(url, host) {
    if (shExpMatch(host, ".ipipgo.com")) {
        return "DIRECT"; }
    }
    return "PROXY 123.123.123.123:8888";
}

Guide to avoiding the pit

Common overturning scene ①: After setting up the web page can not be opened?
→ Check if the IP is expired, go to ipipgo backendRefresh Authorization Status
Common rollover site ②: some software does not go to the agent?
→ Check the box in the proxy settingsUse the same proxy for all protocols

QA First Aid Kit

Q: Internet speed becomes turtle speed after setting?
A: eighty percent is the IP line problem, change ipipgoBGP三线代理ipTry the node.
Q: What should I do if the proxy suddenly fails?
A: first ping the proxy server, not to contact ipipgo customer service to beReal-time monitoring reports

Advanced Play

With ipipgo.API interfaceEngage in automated switching, paired with this script for regular updates:

 PowerShell auto-update script
$newIP = (Invoke-RestMethod "https://api.ipipgo.com/get_new_ip").address
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:SoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInternet Settings" -Name "ProxyServer" -Value "$newIP:8888"

One final rant, proxy settings are not a one and done deal. We recommend going to the ipipgo backend every monthUpdating Authentication KeysIt's the same thing as changing your lock code regularly. If you run into a moth that can not be solved, their technical customer service response speed is still broad to, pro-measure 10:00 pm can find people.