Proxies, NAT & Firewalls
Forward and reverse proxies, NAT traversal, stateful firewalls, iptables, VPNs, and how traffic flows through network boundaries.
Forward and reverse proxies, NAT traversal, stateful firewalls, iptables, VPNs, and how traffic flows through network boundaries.
A comprehensive guide comparing reverse proxies, load balancers, and API gateways — their differences, internal mechanics, architectural roles, alternatives, and production deep dives for senior engineers.