Kiosk Proxy Setup

This guide outlines how to configure proxy settings using system environment variables to ensure the Kiosk application can communicate with other services through the designated proxy

Proxy settings configured via system environment variables do not apply to the Kiosk Hardened Image upgrade process.

Step 1. Open Environment Variables setting

  • Press Windows + S, type "Environment Variables", and select "Edit the system environment variables"
  • In the System Properties windows, click "Environment Variables" at the bottom

Step 2. Add the system variables for Proxy settings

  • Under System Variables, click New. Add the following variables

    • Variable name: http_proxy
    • Variable value: http:/proxyserver:port

  • Repeat for

    • Variable name: https_proxy
    • Variable value: https:/proxyserver:port

  • Click OK to save and close all dialogs

Step 3. Restart Kiosk service

  • Press Windows + S, type "mmc", and select "mmc"
  • Click New, select "Add and Remove Snap-ins", select "Services", click Add, Select "Local computer", and click "Finish". Click OK
  • Expand Services, look for "MetaDefender Kiosk" service, Right-click "Restart" the service.
  • Once the service is restarted, the Proxy setting is applied.
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