Client Server Network

Client Server Network

1. The client will request to do something on the computer, for example logging on to the computer

   • The server will need to make sure that the user inputs their login details and makes sure they are correct (validation)
     • After this the server will process the request and either output a message because the details where incorrect or move on to the response.
       • Finally the server will respond by logging on if the details are correct.

2. Another example in other words

   • (Client) WagWan can i log on?
     • (Server) input your login details
       • (Client) There you go
         • (Server) Let me just process that
           • (If login details are correct) There you go you may logon.
             • (Server) Logs the user on

3. Advantages

   • On a client Server it is easier to keep track of all of your files
     • On a client Server it is easier to back up the server
       • On a client Server it is easier to update and install new software
         • On a client Server it is easier to manage security
           • On a client Server it is more reliable than a peer to peer network and never turns off

4. Disadvantages

   • It is Very expensive to set up and manage
     • It needs Experienced IT personal to set up and maintain
       • If the server fails all the clients cannot access any files
         • The server may overload if it is met with too many actions