shadowsocksx-ng
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Description:
Tunneling proxy
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.10.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @shadowsocks  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: proxy vpn shadowsocks networking privacy security
Install: brew install --cask shadowsocksx-ng
About:
ShadowsocksX-NG is a modern implementation of the Shadowsocks proxy protocol designed for macOS. It provides a graphical user interface and system-wide proxy configuration to bypass network censorship and access restricted internet resources securely.
Key Features:
  • GUI client for macOS
  • System-wide proxy configuration
  • Supports multiple encryption methods
  • ACL (Access Control List) for selective proxying
  • Local PAC (Proxy Auto-Config) server
Use Cases:
  • Bypassing internet censorship and firewalls
  • Securing network traffic on untrusted Wi-Fi
  • Accessing region-restricted content
  • Development testing of network tunneling
Alternatives:
  • V2Ray – More complex, supports multiple protocols beyond Shadowsocks
  • Clash – Multi-protocol support with advanced routing rules
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