The Client-Server Model (AQA A-Level Computer Science): Quizzes
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In the client-server model, what is the main role of the server?
In the client-server model, what is the main role of the server?
Provides services to multiple clients
Which network topology is most commonly used to connect clients to a server?
Which network topology is most commonly used to connect clients to a server?
Star topology
Who initiates communication in the client-server request-response cycle?
Who initiates communication in the client-server request-response cycle?
The client always initiates
What does a print server manage when multiple users try to print?
What does a print server manage when multiple users try to print?
The print queue or buffer
What type of connection does the websocket protocol create?
What type of connection does the websocket protocol create?
Persistent, ongoing connection
What does the 'R' in CRUD stand for?
What does the 'R' in CRUD stand for?
Retrieve
In REST, which HTTP method is used to retrieve data from a database?
In REST, which HTTP method is used to retrieve data from a database?
GET
Which format is generally more compact and faster to parse?
Which format is generally more compact and faster to parse?
JSON
In thin-client computing, where are most resources located?
In thin-client computing, where are most resources located?
On the server
What is an advantage of thick-client computing?
What is an advantage of thick-client computing?
Reduced pressure on the server