Static Server: Content Delivery Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of a static server?

To serve pre-generated HTML files directly to the client (correct)
To generate dynamic content on-the-fly
To offer features like user logins and real-time updates
To process user input and access databases

Which of the following is a key advantage of a static server?

Ability to offer dynamic features like user logins
Highly scalable content management
Faster loading times due to no server-side processing (correct)
Easier to update content across multiple pages

What is the main disadvantage of a static server?

Limited interactivity and dynamic features (correct)
Requires more technical knowledge to set up and maintain
Less secure compared to dynamic servers
Slower loading times due to server-side processing

What is the primary purpose of a dynamic server?

To generate HTML on-the-fly based on user requests and server-side scripting (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of a dynamic server?

High interactivity and ability to offer features like user logins (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are content updates typically handled in a dynamic server environment?

Can be made dynamically through a content management system or by modifying server-side scripts (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the client-server model in the context of the web?

To allow the browser to request and receive web objects from the web server (A) Signup and view all the answers

What protocol is used for communication between the client and server in the web?

Both HTTP and HTTPS are used for communication between the client and server (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) in the web?

To safeguard the privacy and integrity of data transmitted between the browser and the server (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the base HTML file in a web page?

To provide the structure and content of the web page, with the referenced objects enhancing the page (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the URL (Uniform Resource Locator) in the context of the web?

To provide a unique address for each web object, allowing it to be retrieved by the browser (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the client and server in the web's client-server model?

The client is the browser that requests and receives web objects, while the server is the web server that sends the requested objects in response (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role do web services play in modern web development?

Enabling data exchange and remote functionality (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical process of a web service interaction?

Client requests, web service processes, web service responds (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is REST commonly used in modern web APIs?

For simpler interactions and easier integration with various clients (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using web services for data exchange?

Sharing information between different applications (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does a web service assist in modular software development?

By allowing applications to interact as modular components (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of functionalities do web services enable in applications?

Remote functionality access and data exchange (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of introducing a service layer in an N-tier architecture for complex e-commerce platforms?

To handle common data access logic and improve code reusability (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of introducing a cache layer in an N-tier architecture?

To improve performance and reduce database load by storing frequently accessed data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of a distributed architecture in complex systems?

Improved scalability, reliability, and performance by handling heavy traffic and load balancing across servers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a web service in the context of web development?

A software system designed to expose specific functionalities over a network, enabling communication and data exchange between applications (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of a distributed architecture?

Requires a more complex infrastructure and expertise to manage (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a cache layer in an N-tier architecture?

To store frequently accessed data to improve performance and reduce database load (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of the client-server model is mentioned in the text?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between the client-server model and the peer-to-peer model described in the text?

In the peer-to-peer model, each node has equivalent responsibilities, while in the client-server model, clients and servers have distinct roles. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the peer-to-peer model described in the text?

Nodes are authenticated by a central authority. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the peer-to-peer model?

It is only practical for very small organizations due to lack of central data storage and administration. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the search mechanisms mentioned in the context of peer-to-peer networks?

To enable nodes to search for and access resources shared by other nodes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of the peer-to-peer model over the client-server model mentioned in the text?

The peer-to-peer model is easier and less expensive to configure and implement. (A) Signup and view all the answers