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What is the primary duty that a server performs?
What is the primary duty that a server performs?
- Managing network topologies
- Processing data and requests
- Providing dedicated services (correct)
- Storing and retrieving information
Which network device is known for being 'smart'?
Which network device is known for being 'smart'?
- Hub
- Router
- Bridge
- Switch (correct)
What is the primary subsystem that makes up server hardware?
What is the primary subsystem that makes up server hardware?
- Memory
- Operating system
- Processor (correct)
- Power supply unit
Which form factor is also known as a chassis configuration?
Which form factor is also known as a chassis configuration?
What type of network topology does a mesh topology represent?
What type of network topology does a mesh topology represent?
What is the primary duty of a server role?
What is the primary duty of a server role?
Which type of server is mounted on a server rack in a data center?
Which type of server is mounted on a server rack in a data center?
Why is a HUB often referred to as 'dumb'?
Why is a HUB often referred to as 'dumb'?
What type of network topology does a hybrid topology represent?
What type of network topology does a hybrid topology represent?
What is the primary subsystem that makes up server hardware?
What is the primary subsystem that makes up server hardware?
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Server's Primary Duty
Server's Primary Duty
The core responsibility of a server is to provide specialized services to clients.
What makes a switch 'smart'?
What makes a switch 'smart'?
A switch is an intelligent network device that learns MAC addresses and forwards data accordingly.
Server's Brain
Server's Brain
The processor is the brains of the server, responsible for executing instructions and processing data.
Tower Server
Tower Server
A tower server is a type of server that stands vertically like a traditional personal computer.
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Mesh Topology
Mesh Topology
A mesh topology allows for high redundancy and fault tolerance, as data can travel through multiple paths.
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Server's File Role
Server's File Role
One common role of a server is providing file storage and sharing capabilities.
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Blade Server
Blade Server
A blade server is designed to fit into a rack in a data center, offering space efficiency and high density.
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Why HUBs are 'dumb'
Why HUBs are 'dumb'
A HUB acts as a simple data concentrator, without any intelligent data filtering or learning capabilities.
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Hybrid Topology
Hybrid Topology
A hybrid topology combines characteristics of both star and ring topologies, offering a blend of their strengths.
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Server Hardware Subsystem
Server Hardware Subsystem
The processor is the central unit in a server, responsible for performing operations and processing data.
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Server Duties and Hardware
- A server's primary duty is to provide access to resources, such as files, printers, and applications, over a network.
- Server hardware consists primarily of the Central Processing Unit (CPU), memory, and storage.
Network Devices
- A switch is considered a 'smart' network device, whereas a HUB is considered 'dumb' because it lacks the ability to interpret and forward packets based on their destination.
- A HUB is a basic network device that connects multiple devices together, but it broadcasts incoming data to all connected devices.
Network Topologies
- A mesh topology represents a network topology in which each device is connected to every other device, providing multiple paths for data transmission.
- A hybrid topology represents a combination of two or more different network topologies, such as a star-bus topology.
Server Form Factors and Types
- A tower form factor is also known as a chassis configuration, and it is a type of server housing that stands upright.
- A rack-mounted server is a type of server that is mounted on a server rack in a data center, and it is designed to be compact and efficient.
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