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client server ppt

1. Introduction to Client-Server Network

2. What is a Client-Server Network? Client: A device or software that requests services or resources Server: A device or software that provides services or resources Network: The connection that allows communication between clients and servers

3. Key Components of Client-Server Network Clients: Examples include computers, tablets, smartphones Servers: Examples include web servers, file servers, database servers Network Infrastructure: Routers, switches, cables, and wireless connections

4. How Client-Server Networks Work Clients send requests to servers Servers process requests and send responses back to clients Example: Accessing a webpage (client request) and receiving the webpage data (server response)

5. Types of Servers Web Servers: Serve web pages to clients (browsers) File Servers: Store and manage files for network users Database Servers: Provide database services to other computer programs or computers Mail Servers: Manage and deliver email

6. Advantages of Client-Server Networks Centralized Resources: Easier management and updates Scalability: Easily add more clients or servers Security: Centralized control over data and resources Reliability: Robust systems with redundancy and backups

7. Disadvantages of Client-Server Networks Cost: Expensive setup and maintenance Complexity: Requires skilled personnel to manage Single Point of Failure: If the server fails, clients lose access to services

8. Client-Server Models Two-Tier Architecture: Direct communication between client and server Three-Tier Architecture: Includes a middle layer (application server) for business logic N-Tier Architecture: Multiple layers for enhanced functionality and flexibility

9. Real-World Applications of Client-Server Networks Internet Browsing: Client browsers and web servers Email Services: Clients (email software) and mail servers Online Banking: Clients (banking apps) and banking servers Corporate Networks: Employee computers (clients) and company servers