Client-Server and Peer-to-Peer Network Models Quiz

What is a server in a client-server model?

• A computer that only manages printing jobs

• A computer used as a workstation

• A computer dedicated to serving files and managing services

• A computer that is equal to all other computers

What is a network called that uses a server?

• Star network

• Ring network

• Client-server model

• Peer-to-peer model

Which of the following is an advantage of the client-server model?

• No dependency on a single server

• Each peer manages its own security

• Easier to manage security of files

• Cheaper to set up

What is a disadvantage of the client-server model?

• Requires no IT specialism

• No need for backups

• Single point of failure

• Difficult to maintain

In a peer-to-peer model, what is each computer responsible for?

• Managing its own security and backups

• Serving files to a central server

• Managing internet access

• Controlling access to a shared file store

Which of the following is an advantage of the peer-to-peer model?

• Requires specialist staff

• Easier to install software updates

• No dependency on a single central server

• Easier to manage security of files

What is a disadvantage of the peer-to-peer model?

• Single point of failure

• Requires IT specialism

• Less secure network

• Expensive to set up

How are computers perceived to be connected in a peer-to-peer network?

• Through multiple routers

• Directly to a central server

• Directly to each other

• Through a single switch

What is the role of a server in managing printing jobs?

• It manages printing jobs

• It manages access to the internet

• It provides email services

• It cannot manage printing jobs

What happens if the server fails in a client-server model?

• Users will lose access

• The network becomes more secure

• Backups are automatically created

• The network continues to function normally