RE: autoconfig depending on network connection

From: Lumir <squid@dont-contact.us>
Date: Sun, 29 Aug 1999 18:55:06 +0200

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> Does anyone know if it's possible to configure netscape/msie to use
> the cache only if it's connected to a network? I'm responsible for
> a few laptops that may or may not be in a situation where they are
> able to use the cache. If the laptop is in the office it can use
> the cache without any problems, however if the user is at home, or
> at a remote site they won't have access to the cache. Is it
> possible to configure these clients to switch between both,
> transparently?

        I think the best way is to setup transparent proxy on your network
fw (redirect port 80 to squid box) and switch netscape/msie to Direct
connection.
        I use this solution without problems.

        Lumir

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