Client/Server Computing Quiz

What is a client in the Client/Server model?

• A process that provides services to other processes

• A process that requests services from server processes

• A network communication protocol

• A type of server hardware

Which of the following is NOT a component of Client/Server architecture?

• Clients

• Servers

• Communication middleware

• Database management systems

What does the principle of hardware independence in Client/Server systems imply?

• Clients must use specific hardware to access services

• Clients and servers must run on the same hardware

• Clients and servers can run on different hardware platforms without functional differences

• Only servers can run on multiple hardware platforms

Which of the following is a benefit of Client/Server computing?

• Increased maintenance costs

• Limited data sharing

• Improved employee productivity

• Higher hardware costs

What is the primary function of communication middleware in Client/Server architecture?

• To provide a user interface

• To facilitate communication between clients and servers

• To store data

• To manage hardware resources

Which type of server manages user access to shared output devices like printers?

• Print Server

• Database Server

• Mail Server

• File Server

What is a key characteristic of a stateless server?

• It treats each request as an independent transaction

• It maintains client data during interactions

• It is more complex to design

• It requires more memory for ongoing conversations

What does the term 'Single System Image' refer to in Client/Server systems?

• A type of network protocol

• A method for data encryption

• The illusion that multiple resources behave as one powerful resource

• A single server managing all client requests

Which of the following is a driving force behind the move to Client/Server computing?

• Reduced demand for end user productivity

• Decreased need for enterprise data access

• Technological advances making Client/Server practical

• Increased reliance on mainframe systems

What is the main purpose of a database server in a Client/Server architecture?

• To facilitate file sharing

• To manage print jobs

• To store and provide access to SQL databases

• To handle email communications