How To Set up a SOCKS Proxy Using Putty & SSH

If you ever find yourself in front of a public computer connected to the Internet and are concerned about the security of the path between you and a website you wish to visit, a SOCKS proxy can come in handy.

SOCKS proxies generally allow you to “bounce“ a TCP connection off another server transparently“ basically instructing another computer to make a connection on your behalf. When used in combination with Secure Shell (SSH), it can form an encrypted tunnel that insulates you from anyone attempting to grab traffic off the wire. Complete TuT found here