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Network Service Configuration Quiz

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What is the primary characteristic of client-server configuration in a network?

Devices are dependent on a central server for services. (correct)

All devices share resources equally.

Each device acts as an independent server.

Network performance is determined by the slowest device.

How does a peer-to-peer network differ from a client-server network?

Peer-to-peer networks rely on dedicated servers.

In peer-to-peer networks, devices share files only with a central server.

Each device in a peer-to-peer network can provide services to others. (correct)

Client-server networks have no central management.

What would be a downside of using a peer-to-peer configuration?

Decentralization may lead to inconsistency in resources. (correct)

Higher dependency on a single point of failure.

Faster access to centralized data.

Limited sharing of resources among devices.

Which of the following best describes 'dedicated servers' in the context of client-server configurations?

<p>Servers exclusively providing services to clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a network, what implication does a centralized server have on reliability as compared to peer-to-peer models?

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Study Notes

Network Service Configuration

Two main configurations for services on a network: client-server and peer-to-peer.
Client-server:
- Devices rely on a central server for services and management.
Peer-to-peer:
- No central server.
- Each device provides services and files to other devices on the network.
Client-server can be thought of as 'dedicated servers'.
Peer-to-peer can be thought of as 'local hosts'.

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This quiz explores the two main configurations for services on a network: client-server and peer-to-peer. You'll learn about the characteristics of each configuration, including the roles of devices and the management of services. Test your knowledge on how these networks operate and their fundamental differences.