Client Server & Peer to Peer (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Quizzes
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In a client-server network, what role does the server play?
In a client-server network, what role does the server play?
Stores & manages data for clients
What distinguishes devices in a peer-to-peer network?
What distinguishes devices in a peer-to-peer network?
They act as both client & server
Which benefit applies to client-server networks?
Which benefit applies to client-server networks?
Centralised resource management
What is a major drawback of client-server networks?
What is a major drawback of client-server networks?
Server is single point of failure
Why are P2P networks considered cost-effective?
Why are P2P networks considered cost-effective?
No need for expensive servers
What makes P2P networks more resilient than client-server?
What makes P2P networks more resilient than client-server?
No central point of failure
What is a security challenge with P2P networks?
What is a security challenge with P2P networks?
Each device controls own security
What performance issue affects P2P networks?
What performance issue affects P2P networks?
Network slows with many peers active
Which network suits an office with sensitive data?
Which network suits an office with sensitive data?
Client-server for centralised control
Which network is best for a small home network?
Which network is best for a small home network?
P2P for cost & easy setup
How does scalability differ between the two models?
How does scalability differ between the two models?
Client-server scales with upgrades
How does management difficulty compare between models?
How does management difficulty compare between models?
Client-server easier, centralised