Proxy Server Catalog Items and Sysgen Variables (Compact 7)
3/12/2014
In Windows Embedded Compact 7, you can add support for a proxy server that a customized web filter uses to filter HTTP requests on a Local Area Network (LAN) or home office network.
For more information, see Proxy Server.
For more information about how to add or remove catalog items, see Design Your First OS.
Hardware and Software Requirements
To support HTTP proxy server functionality in your OS, you must also include the following:
- Support for a network connection. For more information, see Network Driver Catalog Items and Sysgen Variables.
- Support for Windows Sockets. For more information, see Winsock Catalog Items and Sysgen Variables.
- A firewall service. For an example, see Firewall Service Catalog Items and Sysgen Variables.
Catalog Items and Sysgen Variables
The following table describes the catalog items and associated SYSGEN variables that you can use to add support for a proxy server to your OS.
| Catalog item | SYSGEN variable | Description | Dependencies |
|---|---|---|---|
Web Proxy |
SYSGEN_HTTP_PROXY |
Supports creating a web filter that restricts access to specific websites or blocks specific computers or devices from accessing a private network. |
None. |
See Also
Reference
Proxy Server Registry Settings