A server that routes incoming requests to a specific destination server, and acts as the final destination IP for all client access, is known as a:
A)forward proxy
B)application proxy
C)system proxy
D)reverse proxy

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A reverse proxy is designed to receive requests from clients and route them to the appropriate server. It acts as a gateway or intermediary between clients and server(s) and ensures that the clients connect to the appropriate destination server. The reverse proxy is used mainly for load balancing, security, and caching purposes.

A Server That Routes Incoming Requests to a Specific Destination