Question 1

How to set up FWLite with Shadowsocks on Windows?

Accepted Answer

After running FWLite.exe, set the parent proxy in the ProxyList page with your Shadowsocks server details, then configure the system proxy to 127.0.0.1:8118 as per the quickstart guide. Ensure you have the necessary plugins like v2ray-plugin if required.

Question 2

FWLite vs Shadowsocks alone: which is better for bypassing the Great Firewall?

Accepted Answer

FWLite adds intelligent detection and multiple proxy protocols on top of Shadowsocks, making it more automated for censorship circumvention, but Shadowsocks alone might be simpler if you only need a basic proxy without FWLite's Windows-specific features.

Question 3

Does FWLite work on Windows 11?

Accepted Answer

Yes, based on the requirements, the x86-64 release supports Windows 8 or higher, so it should be compatible with Windows 11, but ensure you have the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable installed.

Question 4

Is FWLite safe to use for privacy?

Accepted Answer

FWLite is open-source under GPLv3, allowing code review, but safety depends on your proxy servers and configuration. It uses reputable libraries like cryptography, but always verify sources and use trusted proxies.

Question 5

How to update FWLite without crashes?

Accepted Answer

If you experience crashes after an update, delete the /lib directory and update again, as noted in the README due to issues with python-cryptography not supporting overwrite updates.

Question 6

Can FWLite use proxy chains for added security?

Accepted Answer

Yes, FWLite supports proxy chaining, allowing you to route traffic through multiple proxies sequentially for enhanced privacy and access, as mentioned in the advanced features.

Question 7

What plugins are included with FWLite?

Accepted Answer

FWLite includes executables for plugins like kcptun, Cloak, v2ray-plugin, and xray-plugin, as listed in the open-source components, extending functionality for protocols like Shadowsocks with obfuscation.

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