Networking Roles and Network Types Quiz

Study Notes

Client in Networking

A client is a device or application that requests resources or services from a server over a network.
Examples of clients include web browsers, email applications, and file-sharing software.

Role of a Server in Networking

A server is a powerful computer or system designed to manage network resources and respond to client requests.
Serves multiple clients simultaneously, providing data, applications, and services.

Peer-to-Peer Networks and Campus Networks

Peer-to-peer (P2P) networks allow each participant to act as both a client and server.
Not ideal for campus networks due to challenges in managing resources, security, and scalability.
Increased complexity in access control and data management can lead to inefficiencies.

Purpose of the Ping Program

Ping is a network diagnostic tool used to test the reachability of a host on a network.
It measures round-trip time for messages sent from the originating host to the destination and back.
Useful for troubleshooting connectivity issues and determining response times.

Role of Peers in Networking

In a P2P network, peers are devices that share resources directly with one another without a centralized server.
Peers can send and receive data, enabling decentralized communication and collaboration.
Facilitates resource sharing, but can lead to issues with data integrity and network stability.

Description

Test your knowledge of networking roles and network types with this short quiz. Learn about the roles of clients and servers, as well as the differences between clients and peers in networking. Understand why peer-to-peer networks may not be suitable for larger campus-sized networks.