Configuring GFI WebMonitor machine as the Default Proxy using GPO

Group Policy can be used to enforce proxy settings across the domain, making it easier the administration of such task. GPOGroup Policy Objects. can be use in combination with WPADWeb Proxy AutoDiscovery protocol., enforcing that clients' computers have the option to automatically detect the proxy settings. Alternatively, the proxy can be set directly on the GPO pointing to the correct IP and port used by the proxy.

To configure the Proxy Settings via GPO:

1. In command prompt, run mmc.exe.
2. In the ConsoleAn interface that provides administration tools that enable the monitoring and management of Internet traffic. Root window, go to File > Add/Remove Snap-in… to open the Add or Remove Snap-ins window.
3. Select Group Policy Management from the Available snap-ins list, and click Add.
4. Click OK.
5. Expand Group Policy Management > Forest > Domains and <domain>, then select the organizational unit where you wish to apply the group policy.

6. Right-click Default Domain Policy and click Edit to open the Group Policy Management Editor.
7. Expand User Configuration > Preferences > Windows Settings > Internet Settings and right-click New. Select the Internet Explorer version. Note that Internet Explorer 10 also applies to Internet Explorer 11.
8. In the Internet Explorer properties navigate to Connections > LANLocal Area Network. Settings.
9. Enter the proxy details according to the way you want to publish the proxy. The Option are:

Option	Step
Publish the proxy using WPAD	Check the option Automatically detect setting .
Publish the proxy directly	Check Use a proxy server for your LAN checkbox. In the Address box key in the proxy server IP address. In the Port key in the port used (Default 8080).

10. Click OK twice to apply changes
11. Close Group Policy Management Editor dialog and save the management console.