COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
LAN WAN AND THE INTERNET
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Question
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Needs a network manager to run the network
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No centralised management
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All computers have equal status
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No dependency on a server
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Detailed explanation-1: -What is true about a client-server network? In a client-server network, a dedicated server responds to service requests from clients. The roles of client and server are not shared on each host in the network.
Detailed explanation-2: -In a client/server model, the servers are maintained by network administrators. Data backups and security measures are implemented by the network administrator.
Detailed explanation-3: -Client-server networks are computer networks that use a dedicated computer (server) to store data, manage/provide resources and control user access. The server acts as a central point on the network upon which the other computers connect to.
Detailed explanation-4: -file servers-hold and maintain user files. applications servers-allow programs to be run over a network. web servers-hold and share web pages. print servers-manage printing across a network. mail servers-handle emails between users.