Re: UsageLimit - tips?

Cynthia,

Can we see a screenshot of that page? Thanks!

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From: EZproxy List <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Cynthia Hoff
Sent: Friday, November 1, 2019 10:46 AM
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Subject: Re: [EZPROXY-L] UsageLimit - tips?


Hi,

Our current UsageLimit config looks like this:

UsageLimit -enforce -interval=15 -expires=120 -MB=200 Global

...which translates to a policy that allows individual users to download up to 200 megabytes of data in a 15 minute period, when that limit is reached the user is locked out of the proxy for 120 minutes. The idea behind the UsageLimit configuration is to prevent abuse of the proxy, limiting access to individual users on our end before the vendor decides to block our campus.

We also have a custom error page so if patrons do reach the limit, they see a page that gives a proper explanation.

best,
Cynthia Hoff



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Reed College Library

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On 10/31/19 4:08 PM, Laszlo Gercsov wrote:
Hi Ranti.

I have not been able to find a suitable method to limit access by number or volume of downloads. This is due to the highly variable nature of vendor web sites. Usage which would be excessive on one site us normal for another site.

Good luck ! And let us know if you find a solution !

Best,

Laszlo.

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Subject: [EZPROXY-L] UsageLimit - tips?

Hello,

We're looking at reasonable way to utilize UsageLimit. I understand we need
to monitor usage before setting the limit. I'm wondering where do you get
the sweet number: based on the highest? Average number?

Do you put it as global usage limit or do you enforce it selectively?

If you have any documentation or conference/workshop presentation that
you're willing to share, please feel free.

Thank you.


ranti.

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