Network Architecture

What is network Architecture?

• The design of computers, devices, and media on a network to communicate

• The layout of the computers and devices in a communications network

• The physical location of all the device and communication devices on a network

• The shape of the network, either bus, star or ring.

What are the two basic type of network architecture that you know?

• 1. STAR
  2. RING
• 1. Client/ Server
  2. Peer to peer
• 1. Server/ Customer
  2. PC to PC
• 1. Stand Alone network
  2. Interconnected network

What type of network architecture is shown in the picture?

• Client/ Server
• Peer to peer
• Server/ customer
• Stand Alone network

Which best describes a server?

• A computer that stores data
• A computer that stores software
• Central computer - provides clients with functionality
• A computer within a network

What is the correct description/ definition for the type of architecture shown in the picture?

• Each computer has equal responsibilities and capabilities , sharing hardware(such as a printer), data and information with other computers.

• Each computer has equal rights to use the network, and anyone can force the other to be ban

• The computer are connected together in such a way that the network looks like a ring

• The computer in this type of architecture has the responsibility to make sure each computer can use the internet equally

What is the function of the server?

• 1. Controls access to hardware on the network

  2. Controls which device can connect to the network

  3. Providing a central, common file storage area

• 1. takes oerders fronm other computers

  2. Serve the other computers with funds

  3. Managing the voltage used by the network

• 1. Act as the master for all the other pc on the network

  2. Controls whether other pc can be turn on or not.

  3. Solve every problem that is typed in the client pc

What type of network is shown in the picture?

• Peer to Peer
• Stand Alone network
• Star Network
• Pc to Pc

In this image what are the B's known as?

• Servers

• Peers

• Clients

• Hardware

Which of the following is an advantage of a client-server network?

• Files and folders cannot be centrally backed up.
• Does not need an expensive server as individual workstations are used to access files.
• The server is expensive to purchase
• Files are stored in a centralised location, meaning it is easier to backup.

Which of the following is an advantage of a peer to peer network?

• If one computer fails it will not disrupt the network.
• There is little or no security.
• Users can access shared data which is centrally controlled.
• If any part of the network fails, a lot of disruption can occur.