Honestly, the http socks proxy debate boils down to use case. Need to scrape websites or bypass geo-blocks? HTTP’s fine.
But if you’re doing anything beyond web traffic—like torrenting or running a game server—SOCKS is your best bet. It’s like comparing a bicycle to a pickup truck.
For setup, I’d recommend auth if you’re sharing the proxy. Otherwise, it’s just overhead. Check out ProxyMesh for reliable SOCKS5 options.
But if you’re doing anything beyond web traffic—like torrenting or running a game server—SOCKS is your best bet. It’s like comparing a bicycle to a pickup truck.
For setup, I’d recommend auth if you’re sharing the proxy. Otherwise, it’s just overhead. Check out ProxyMesh for reliable SOCKS5 options.