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Client-Server vs Peer-to-Peer

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Client-Server vs Peer-to-Peer

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Practice Questions for Client-Server vs P2P

In a client-server network, what is the role of the server?

A. To store and provide resources and services to client computers
B. To request files and services from other computers on the network
C. To connect all devices together using Wi-Fi signals
D. To act as an equal peer alongside all other network devices

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State three advantages of using a client-server network over a peer-to-peer network. [3 marks]

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