ICT 401 Client-Server Network Review
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What is the main purpose of a server?

  • To reflect the intended use of hardware and software that allow computing devices to communicate with each other
  • To enable users to share resources, files, and printers in a decentralized way
  • To combine the processing of both the workstation and the server to perform a task
  • To centralize resources, administration, and security for a network and its users (correct)
  • What is the primary function of a workstation in a network?

  • To manage and support the network infrastructure, including supporting the needs of users
  • To enable users to share resources, files, and printers in a decentralized way
  • To combine the processing of both the workstation and the server to perform a task
  • To process and store user data for work-related tasks (correct)
  • Which network architecture allows users to share resources in a decentralized way?

  • Client-server network architecture
  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) services
  • Workgroup
  • Peer-to-Peer Networks (correct)
  • What is the purpose of File Transfer Protocol (FTP) services?

    <p>To still be used as a method for sending and retrieving files from a server using the TCP/IP protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for managing and supporting the network infrastructure, including supporting the needs of users?

    <p>Network administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the description of a logical group of users organized by job type?

    <p>Workgroup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of Hybrid Networks?

    <p>Incorporating the best features of server-based networks with the performance, security, and reliability of workgroups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does share-level security refer to?

    <p>Configuring a shared folder with access permissions using only a password</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Domain Name System (DNS) services?

    <p>Mapping the IP address of a web server or device to its corresponding name on the World Wide Web</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a Wireless Access Point (WAP)?

    <p>Centrally connecting multiple wireless-enabled devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of wearing a wrist strap in a computer environment?

    <p>To ground any static electricity from the body, preventing damage to electronics equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Windows ME primarily designed for?

    <p>Home environments with a focus on Internet applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do File servers offer users?

    <p>A central location to save files requiring unique login credentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Print server help achieve?

    <p>Balancing the load of printing by allowing users to print simultaneously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of an Application server?

    <p>Improving performance and security by keeping data and applications on the same computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) service?

    <p>To combine hardware and software to access the internal network from any Internet connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) service?

    <p>To send and retrieve files from a server using the TCP/IP protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a Print server in a network?

    <p>To decentralize the sharing of resources, files, and printers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of Peer-to-Peer Networks?

    <p>To decentralize the sharing of resources, files, and printers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a server in a network?

    <p>To centralize resources, administration, and security for a network and its users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using a client-server network architecture?

    <p>To centralize resources, administration, and security for a network and its users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a wrist strap in a computer environment?

    <p>To prevent static electricity from damaging the computer's electronics equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Port in a network?

    <p>To provide a location on a hub or switch for cable connection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of an Adapter in a network context?

    <p>To improve the speed of communication between expansion devices and CPU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Domain Name System (DNS) services?

    <p>To map IP addresses to web server names</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Print servers help achieve in a network environment?

    <p>Allow users to print simultaneously by balancing printing load</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of File servers in a network?

    <p>Offer users a central location to save files with unique login credentials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of Hybrid Networks?

    <p>Combining peer-to-peer networks features with server-based networks performance and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of Service in a network context?

    <p>Providing a specific function required by the server or used by end users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Windows NT Workstation 4 according to Microsoft?

    <p>Positioned as recommended operating system for business and high-end systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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