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February 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Can you explain what a reverse proxy is and how Nginx can be used as one?

A reverse proxy is a server that forwards client requests to another server. Nginx acts as a reverse proxy by routing requests to backend servers based on configuration settings, providing…

Debasis Bhattacharjee

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📅 Feb 19, 2026 ⏱ 1 min read

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Can you explain what a reverse proxy is and how Nginx can be used as one?

COVER // CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT A REVERSE PROXY IS AND HOW NGINX CAN BE USED AS ONE?

A reverse proxy is a server that forwards client requests to another server. Nginx acts as a reverse proxy by routing requests to backend servers based on configuration settings, providing benefits like load balancing and SSL termination.

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