3.4 Explain methods of delivery models and application architecture Flashcards
What is the advantage of a local network–hosted application, in terms of data storage?
If data is stored on the server rather than the local workstation, it is easier to apply access controls and to back it up.
What type of application delivery method requires the least amount of infrastructure from the client?
What type of application delivery method requires the least amount of infrastructure from the client?
Which server application architecture model requires that the client NOT have direct communications with the data tier?
Three-tier
Which type of server application architecture model separates the database engine from the business logic?
Two-tier application architecture model
Which type of application architecture model is considered “standalone”?
One-tier
If a computer is running a stateless operating system, where would the user’s documents be stored?
In the cloud
What is an advantage of having an application delivery method in which the application and files are saved locally?
All of your data can be contained within your organization’s firewall.
What type of application delivery method should be used when information is of high value to a user and it can’t easily be recreated or downloaded?
Locally-installed application that runs from the local PC
What operating system is considered to be stateless?
Chrome OS
Which of the following application delivery models is considered the “traditional” way to install an application?
Locally installed without the use of a network
What is the disadvantage of a “locally installed but network required” delivery method?
If you lose network connectivity, you may lose some capabilities.
Which type of server application architecture model can have a complex architecture in which the application may use separate access control or monitoring services?
N-tier
