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# Getting Started Guide

### Introduction

A [<mark style="color:blue;">**Datacenter proxy**</mark> ](https://www.thordata.com/products/datacenter-proxies)server is a virtual server with a unique IP address and location. It forwards the user's connection requests to the internet, masking the user's actual IP address and location. Compared to other proxies, it can offer higher speed and reliability, and the IP prices are cheaper.

**Best for**

✅  Access websites that do not use complex interception methods

✅  When you need the most cost-effective proxy network

✅  When you need the fastest proxy network

✅  Manage multiple online profiles

Static ISP proxies only support[<mark style="color:blue;">**User & Pass auth**</mark>.](/doc/proxies/isp-proxies/user-and-pass-auth.md)

#### Need Help?

For further clarification or help with location targeting, please contact us via:

Email: <mark style="color:blue;">**<support@thordata.com>**</mark>


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