Application Layer & Distributed Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the Application Layer?
A
Enables end-user services like web browsing and email.
2
Q
Name 2 protocols used in the Application Layer.
A
HTTP, SMTP
3
Q
Define ‘socket’.
A
An interface between application and transport layer.
4
Q
What is a client-server model?
A
A central server provides resources to multiple clients.
5
Q
What is P2P?
A
Decentralized network where nodes act as both clients and servers.
6
Q
Define a distributed system.
A
A system where components on different networked computers communicate to achieve a goal.
7
Q
Key advantage of distributed systems?
A
Scalability and fault tolerance.
