Which of the following is a drawback of using a proxy server to ensure online anonymity?
A)the parasitic and unauthorized use of hundreds of computer systems owned by individuals for masking online identity
B)the lack of uniform and binding legislation across different countries that determines the legality of using proxy servers
C)the need to rely on the promise of the company that operates the proxy to protect its customers' identities
D)the inability to consistently ensure online anonymity, especially when government agencies are among the parties involved

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When using a proxy server to ensure online anonymity, one must rely on the promise of the company that operates the proxy to protect its customers' identities. This creates a risk that the company may fail to keep its promise or even be fraudulent. Additionally, the lack of uniform and binding legislation across different countries that determines the legality of using proxy servers can make it challenging to know if it is legally safe to use them. However, the parasitic and unauthorized use of hundreds of computer systems owned by individuals for masking online identity (A) is a problem associated with botnets, not proxy servers. Furthermore, while it can be difficult to ensure online anonymity, especially in the case of government agencies (D), this is not specific to proxy servers.

Which of the Following Is a Drawback of Using a Proxy