Chapter 13: Web Proxy
A web proxy is one of the top features of a modern firewall solution. With it, you can extend the control capabilities of your system to another level. We will learn about web proxy deployment methods, why to use a web proxy, the core features, the basic configuration, and how to customize it. We will explore the available web filtering options using the core OPNsense capabilities and learn how to block undesired content. Last but not least, we will see some common troubleshooting scenarios and how to read web proxy logs to solve them.
The chapter covers the following main topics:
- Web proxy fundamentals
- Basic configuration
- Web filtering
- Reading logs and troubleshooting
