Want to know how to use the social networking site Myspace on the job? Many employers block these types of sites, so staff stays focused on the job. However, there are often ways to get around this. For help, read this guide on how to get on MySpace at work.
Many workplaces block access to MySpace, because they don't want employees getting distracted from the job. They install firewalls to try to ensure that no one is able to log on. It may seem impossible, but there are actually ways to get around these firewalls and get on to MySpace from the office.
How to Unblock MySpace at School or Work
Step 1: Command Prompt
From a PC, you may be able to get to MySpace by using command prompt. Go to Start, then Run, then Command Prompt. From there, enter "pingmyspace.com." This will bring up some IP addresses. Right click on mark to copy it, and then paste the IP into Google's browser. This will bring you to MySpace without every having to type the name of the website into your browser.
Step 2: Go to a Secure Site
If MySpace is being blocked because it is not a secure site, you can easily get around this by typing https:MySpace.com, rather than just http. This will bring you to MySpace page, and your firewall will be fooled into thinking that it is secure.
Step 3: Proxies
Proxies act as liaisons between your computer server and other websites. You only need to to access their site, and they will go to MySpace for you. You can find a slew of proxies by doing a Google search. Keep in mind that once proxies are found out, they are blocked by firewalls. Therefore, it may take some time to find one that works, and you may not be able to use it for long.
