Connection Configuration
Using the Firewall Settings Properties Sheet
The Firewall Settings properties sheet is shown in Figure 19-7.
Figure 19-7 Firewall Settings Properties Sheet
Invoke this properties sheet by clicking on the Firewall Settings tab. Table 19-6
describes the functions of the properties sheet.
Table 19-6 Firewall Settings Properties Sheet
Function
Use Alternate Address
Through Firewalls
SOCKS
Description
Click on this check box to enable the
function. By default the box is unchecked.
SOCKS (Socket Secure) is networking
proxy protocol. It enables hosts on one side
of a SOCKS server to gain access to hosts
on the other side of the SOCKS server. The
SOCKS server authenticates and
authorizes the requests, establishes a
proxy connection, and relays data.
Connect Via SOCKS Proxy
Click on this check box to enable
connection to a SOCKS proxy server. By
default the check box is unchecked.
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