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WorksheetsClient/Server Computing Quiz
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 18mins
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
Which of the following is a disadvantage of Client/Server computing?
Improved data sharing
Scalability
Increased complexity
Enhanced performance
What is the role of a transaction server in Client/Server systems?
To provide email services
To manage file storage
To handle print requests
To share data and high-level functions across a network
Which principle ensures that all clients have open access to services in a Client/Server system?
Interoperability
Open access to services
Process distribution
Scalability
What is the main focus of the Client/Server development tools?
To enhance physical security
To manage user access
To support multiple databases and development phases
To provide hardware solutions
What is the primary advantage of using a distributed Client/Server architecture?
Centralized data management
Improved fault tolerance
Reduced network traffic
Increased hardware costs
Which of the following best describes a database client in a Client/Server model?
A network protocol for data transmission
A process that requests data from a database server
A system that stores and retrieves data
A user interface for accessing data
What is the role of a file server in a Client/Server architecture?
To store and manage databases
To handle print requests
To provide access to shared files and resources
To manage email communications
What is the function of a web server in a Client/Server architecture?
To store and manage user accounts
To serve web pages to clients
To handle database queries
To manage network security
Which of the following describes the concept of load balancing in Client/Server systems?
Distributing client requests across multiple servers
Storing data in a centralized location
Reducing the number of servers in a network
Increasing the number of clients connected to a server
What is the primary purpose of a cache server in a Client/Server architecture?
To store frequently accessed data for quick retrieval
To manage user authentication
To provide backup services
To handle email communications
Driving Forces Behind Client/Server Computing
Client/server computing has emerged as a pivotal model in modern organizations, driven by both business and technology perspectives. From a business standpoint, it aims to enhance productivity by decentralizing user control and data processing. Superior resource utilization and dynamic data availability contribute to improved quality, while faster decision-making is enabled through rapid data access. Organizations can focus on core business operations by outsourcing non-essential tasks.
Changing business environments have necessitated process re-engineering to maintain competitiveness. Companies are adapting to global market demands by reducing personnel, outsourcing tasks, and adopting customer-centric service models. Globalization has further broken geographic barriers, enabling unified platforms for trade and business operations. This shift supports cost efficiency, product differentiation, and enhanced customer service.
Enterprise data access is a critical factor, as managers require real-time, accurate information for decision-making. The integration of data from various systems, such as flat files and relational databases, ensures seamless decision support. Empowering end-users with intuitive tools and PCs allows them to manipulate data effectively, gaining a competitive edge in the process. This empowerment fosters a decentralized yet interconnected workflow.
The client/server model offers scalability, flexibility, and improved collaboration tools, making it a preferred choice for organizations. Enhanced performance and remote access capabilities further contribute to its appeal. By leveraging these advantages, businesses can achieve faster responses, better service quality, and a more agile operational framework.
Explain the driving force behind client server architecture?
What is one of the primary business goals of client/server computing?
Enhancing productivity by decentralizing user control and data processing
Centralizing data control for better security
Reducing the need for technology in business operations
Eliminating the need for outsourcing
How does globalization impact client/server computing according to the passage?
It breaks geographic barriers and enables unified platforms for trade and business
It reduces the need for customer-centric service models
It eliminates the need for process re-engineering
It focuses solely on cost efficiency
Why is enterprise data access critical in client/server computing?
Managers require real-time, accurate information for decision-making
It eliminates the need for relational databases
It centralizes data processing for better control
It reduces the need for intuitive tools
What advantage does the client/server model offer to organizations?
Scalability, flexibility, and improved collaboration tools
Centralized control and reduced remote access capabilities
Limited scalability but enhanced security
Elimination of the need for PCs
Which of the following is a benefit of empowering end-users in client/server computing?
They can manipulate data effectively, gaining a competitive edge
They can centralize data control for better security
They can eliminate the need for relational databases
They can reduce the need for outsourcing
