What does it mean "scanning proxy settings"?

Question

I have been haveing trouble with the internet this morning. I keep getting the above message. I did not instally proxy. Should I, and what is it?

Answer 1

Depends on what program you are running that prompts this message.

Generally most programs search for proxies which include ones you made and virtual ones used by certain programs etc.

Answer 2

Its a feature of IE (Internet Explorer) to look for Proxy Server Settings. IF in case you don't have such a software then check for such setting in IE.

go to TOOLS> INTERNET OPTIONS> CONNECTIONS>

click LAN SETTINGS, make sure Automatic Configuration Script and Proxy Settings for LAN are unchecked.