Midterms - Computers Built Flashcards
lightweight computing devices that depend on a central server for processing tasks
Thin Clients
Advantages of thin clients
- Cheaper
- Consume less power
- Data is stored centrally
Types of Thin Clients
Hardware
Software
Cloud-based
Hardware thin clients
Traditional Thin Clients
Zero Clients
Smart Thin Clients
Hardware thin clients
Basic devices designed primarily for remote desktop access
Traditional Thin Clients
Hardware thin clients
Extremely lightweight, with minimal processing capabilities, relying entirely on the server. They are ideal for environments requiring strict security, like healthcare
Zero Clients
Hardware thin clients
Offer more processing power and local storage than traditional models, suitable for environments where some tasks can be performed locally
Smart Thin Clients
Software thin clients
Client Software on PCs
Web-Based Thin Clients
Mobile Thin Clients
Software thin clients
Standard PCs can function as thin clients by running specific software to connect to a server
Client Software on PCs
Software thin clients
Applications accessed via web browsers, eliminating the need for specialized installations.
Web-Based Thin Clients
Software thin clients
Mobile devices (smartphones or tablets) can act as thin clients by connecting to a cloud-based server
Mobile Thin Clients
Thin clients under cloud-based clients
Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Hosted Virtual Desktops (HVD)
Cloud-based thin clients
Virtual desktops hosted in the cloud, accessible from any internet-connected device
Desktop as a Service (DaaS)
Cloud-based thin clients
Connects users to virtual machines on a private or public cloud
Hosted Virtual Desktops (HVD)
perform most processing on the local machine, requiring less reliance on a central server. They are better suited for high-demand applications
Thick clients
Advantages of thick clients
can run complex applications independently
can operate without a constant network connection
Types of Thick Clients
Traditional Desktop PCs
Gaming PCs
Workstations
Specialized Thick Clients
Types of thick clients
General-purpose computers for everyday use
Traditional Desktop PCs
Types of thick clients
High-performance systems optimized for gaming
Gaming PCs
Types of thick clients
Designed for high-performance tasks, such as graphic design or engineering applications
Workstations
Types of thick clients
Includes POS systems and medical workstations tailored for specific industries
Specialized Thick Clients
are specialized computers optimized for recording and producing sound. They are essential for music producers and sound engineers
Audio workstations
Types of audio workstations
- Standalone Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)
- Home Studio DAWs
- Live Performance DAWs
- Mobile and Tablet-Based DAWs
- Online/Cloud-Based DAWs
are tailored for video editing, rendering, and post-production, equipped with powerful GPUs and CPUs
Video Workstations
Types of Video Workstations
- Editing Workstations
- 3D/Visual Effects (VFX) Workstations
- Rendering Workstations
- High-Resolution Video Workstations
are high-performance computers built to run resource-intensive video games with high graphics fidelity
Gaming Workstations
Types of Gaming Workstations
- High-End Gaming PCs
- Mid-Range Gaming Workstations
- Entry-Level Gaming Workstations
- Compact/Mini Gaming Workstations
- Streaming and Gaming Hybrid Workstations
- VR-Ready Gaming Workstations
are often cloud-based environments that provide remote access to computing resources
Virtual Workstations
Types of Virtual Workstations
- Cloud-Based Workstations
- On-Premise Workstations
- Hybrid Virtual Workstations
- Application Virtualization Workstations
(DaaS)
Desktop as a Service
(HVD)
Hosted Virtual Desktops
(DAWs)
Standalone Digital Audio Workstations
(VDI)
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
(RDS)
Remote Desktop Services
