Client-Server vs Peer-to-Peer Networks

The video tutorial explains the differences between client-server and peer-to-peer network models. It details how a client-server model operates with a central server managing resources and security, highlighting its advantages like easier management and disadvantages such as cost and single point of failure. The peer-to-peer model is described as decentralized, with each computer managing its own resources, offering benefits like cost-effectiveness but with security challenges. The video concludes with a key question to reinforce understanding.

What is the primary focus of this video?

• The future of networking technologies

• The difference between client-server and peer-to-peer networks

• How to set up a home network

• The history of the internet

In a client-server network, what is the role of the server?

• To control access and security for a shared file store

• To act as a backup device

• To connect to other networks

• To serve as a personal computer

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

• It is cheaper to set up

• It is easier to manage file security

• It is less dependent on a single point of failure

• It does not require IT specialists

What is a major disadvantage of a client-server network?

• It does not support email services

• It can be expensive to set up and maintain

• It is less secure

• It is difficult to install software updates

For which type of organization is a client-server network best suited?

• Small organizations with few computers

• Organizations with a large number of computers

• Home networks

• Temporary networks

In a peer-to-peer network, what is the role of each peer?

• To serve its own files to other peers

• To act as a central server

• To manage the entire network

• To provide internet access

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

• It is expensive to set up

• It is highly secure

• It requires specialist staff

• It is very easy to maintain

What is a disadvantage of a peer-to-peer network?

• It is difficult to maintain a well-ordered file store

• It is expensive to set up

• It requires a central server

• It is difficult to connect to the internet

For which type of organization is a peer-to-peer network best suited?

• Organizations requiring regular backups

• Small organizations with few computers

• Large organizations with many computers

• Organizations with high security needs

What key question should you be able to answer after watching this video?

• How to set up a network

• What is the difference between a client-server and a peer-to-peer network

• What are the latest networking technologies

• How to secure a network