Mental Map

Mental Map

1. ¿What is a server?

   • A server is a computer or a system that provides resources, data, services, or programs to other computers, known as clients, over a network. Servers can serve different purposes such as hosting websites, storing files, managing network resources, etc.
     • ¿Describe the relationship between Client - Server?
       • The client-server relationship is a model where one computer (the server) provides services or resources to another computer (the client) over a network. Clients initiate requests for services or data, and servers respond to these requests by providing the requested resources.
         • ¿What is Cloud computing?
           • Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services—such as servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and more—over the internet (the cloud). Instead of owning their own computing infrastructure or data centers, companies can rent access to anything from applications to storage from a cloud service provider.
   • ¿What is a file server?
     • A file server is a type of server dedicated to storing and sharing files across a network. It allows clients to access and manage files stored on the server remotely.
   • ¿What is a DNS server?
     • A DNS (Domain Name System) server is responsible for translating domain names (like www.example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to communicate over a network. It essentially helps in navigating the internet by resolving human-readable domain names to machine-readable IP addresses.

2. ¿What should be taken into account in the structure of a server?

   • (Important considerations for server structure include) (Hardware specifications CPU, RAM, storage) (Operating system compatibility) (Network connectivity and bandwidth) (Security measures firewalls, encryption) (Scalability and reliability) (Backup and disaster recovery plans)

3. ¿Present 2 operating systems for servers?

   • Linux: Known for its stability, security, and open-source nature. Variants like Ubuntu Server, CentOS, and Debian are widely used. Windows Server: Developed by Microsoft, it provides a robust environment for hosting websites, applications, and services on Windows-based networks.