Squid is an open-source caching proxy server that reduces bandwidth usage and improves response times by storing and serving frequently requested web content. It functions as both a forward proxy and reverse proxy for HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP protocols.
Categories: Cache tool, Reverse proxy
Official website: http://www.squid-cache.org
Squid is ranked #105 of 127 in Cache tool by website adoption.
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