How do I set environment variables for a proxy?

How do I set environment variables for a proxy?

To set environment variables for a proxy, you can use the following commands in your terminal:

For Linux/Mac:

export HTTP_PROXY=http://your-proxy-server:port
export HTTPS_PROXY=https://your-proxy-server:port

For Windows:

set HTTP_PROXY=http://your-proxy-server:port
set HTTPS_PROXY=https://your-proxy-server:port

What if I need to set it for a specific application?

You can usually set environment variables within the application's configuration file or as part of the command that starts the application. For example, in a Node.js app, you can set it like this:

HTTP_PROXY=http://your-proxy-server:port node your-app.js

Are there any security concerns I should be aware of?

Yes, exposing your proxy credentials in environment variables can be a security risk. It's best to use secure methods to store sensitive information, like using a secrets manager.

Can I unset these variables later?

Yes, you can unset them using the following commands:

For Linux/Mac:

unset HTTP_PROXY
unset HTTPS_PROXY

For Windows:

set HTTP_PROXY=
set HTTPS_PROXY=