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Flashcards by Malachy Moran-Tun, updated more than 1 year ago
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| Question | Answer |
| What is the Peer-to-Peer Model? | > Each computer is directly connected together > Removes the need for a centralised server > Each computer on the network is known as a peer > Peers can act as both a client and a server |
| What are some Examples of Use-Cases for a Peer-to-Peer Model Network? | > File transfer > Streaming video from a computer to a phone or TV > Wireless printing > Bluetooth devices, e.g., speakers |
| What are the Advantages of the Peer-to-Peer Model? | > Robust - no single point of failure as there is no centralised server > Cheap - no expensive or dedicated hardware is needed > Easy to setup |
| What are the Disadvantages of the Peer-to-Peer Model? | > Peers may lose connection > No central maintenance, meaning software and security cannot be updated easily > Files have to be duplicated and transferred between machines, meaning copies can become redundant and out of date > Peers themselves are responsible for the maintenance of the network |
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