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This release was built with OpenSSL 1.0.2m to provide access to the most up-to-date security configuration options. You can find more information about these updates and others in the EZproxy Release Notes.

About EZproxy
This overview explains how EZproxy works as an intermediary between your users and the databases they are trying to access.
About URL rewriting
URL rewriting is a function of EZproxy. Users have several options for how URLs will be written, learn more about the options and how to select one.
DNS naming
Your EZproxy domain name should be selected based on your proxy solution. Find information about selecting your DNS in this documentation.
Evaluate proxy by port versus proxy by hostname
Learn about the different methods for proxying access to remote web servers: proxy by port and proxy by hostname.
EZproxy technical details
Find additional technical details about EZproxy.
How many ports does EZproxy use?
Find out how many ports EZproxy uses for proxy by hostname and proxy by port.
Initial set-up process
Follow these steps to set up EZproxy for your library.
Join the EZproxy listserv and Community Center
OCLC hosts and maintains an e-mail list for discussing topics related to EZproxy.
Purchase EZproxy
Learn more about purchasing EZproxy.
Requirements
Before your library installs EZproxy, make sure that your library has the proper knowledge, hardware and operating system requirements.