C3.1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a server?
A
A powerful dedicated system on a network. They have different roles.
2
Q
What does a file server do?
A
Centrally stores and managers files so that all networks can access
3
Q
What does a printer server do?
A
Manages printing requests and uses spooling
4
Q
What does application server do?
A
Allows user to access shared applications on a network
5
Q
What does a database server do?
A
Manages database software where users will access and change data
6
Q
What does a web server do?
A
Manages http requests to display web pages
7
Q
What does mail server do?
A
Sends and receives emails using email protocol
8
Q
What is a hypervisor?
A
Allows a host machine to operate virtual machines as guest systems. The virtual machines share the resources of the host.
