A client-server network does not store files locally on a computer on a network.  Instead they are stored on a 'server' - true or false?

• True
• False

Which of the following is not a type of server?

• File Server
• Email Server
• Webpage Server
• PowerPoint Server

Choose the best definition to explain what is meant by a 'peer to peer' network.

• Computers have equal status and do not rely on a central server.  Each workstation is effectively a server and client.
• A client is used to make requests, the server processes these requests and then responds to the request.  The server provides a service.

Choose the best definition to explain what is meant by a 'client-server' network.

• Computers have equal status and do not rely on a central server.  Each workstation is effectively a server and client.
• A client is used to make requests, the server processes these requests and then responds to the request.  The server provides a service.

What is the 'client' part of a network?

• A workstation, network node or node.
• A server providing a service to workstations on a network.

Which of the following is an advantage of a client-server network?

• Files and folders cannot be centrally backed up.
• Does not need an expensive server as individual workstations are used to access files.
• The server is expensive to purchase
• Files are stored in a centralised location, meaning it is easier to backup.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a client-server network?

• Files and folders cannot be centrally backed up.
• Does not need an expensive server as individual workstations are used to access files.
• The server is expensive to purchase
• Files are stored in a centralised location, meaning it is easier to backup.

Which of the following is an advantage of a client-server network?

• If one computer fails it will not disrupt the network.
• There is little or no security.
• Users can access shared data which is centrally controlled.
• If any part of the network fails, a lot of disruption can occur.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a client-server network?

• If one computer fails it will not disrupt the network.
• There is little or no security.
• Users can access shared data which is centrally controlled.
• If any part of the network fails, a lot of disruption can occur.

Which of the following is an advantage of a peer to peer network?

• If one computer fails it will not disrupt the network.
• There is little or no security.
• Users can access shared data which is centrally controlled.
• If any part of the network fails, a lot of disruption can occur.