Network Host 2.4 Flashcards
What is the purpose of a web server?
To host and serve web pages to clients using HTTP or HTTPS.
What protocol is commonly used by web servers?
HTTP and HTTPS.
What is the purpose of HTTPS?
To provide secure communication between the web server and the client.
What is the purpose of a file server?
To store and manage files for network users.
What protocol is commonly used for file sharing on Windows networks?
SMB (Server Message Block).
What is the purpose of a print server?
To manage printing tasks and printers on a network.
What protocol is commonly used for network printing?
IPP (Internet Printing Protocol).
What is the purpose of an email server?
To send, receive, and store emails for users.
What protocol is used by email servers to send emails?
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol).
What protocol is used to retrieve emails from a server?
IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) or POP3 (Post Office Protocol).
What is the purpose of a DNS server?
To translate domain names into IP addresses.
What is the purpose of a DHCP server?
To assign IP addresses dynamically to network devices.
What is the difference between a static IP and a dynamic IP?
Static IP is manually assigned; dynamic IP is automatically assigned by DHCP.
What is the purpose of an authentication server?
To verify user identities and control access to network resources.
What is an example of an authentication protocol?
RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service).
What is the role of a directory service?
To organize and provide access to directory information, such as user accounts.
What is an example of a directory service?
Active Directory (AD).
What is the purpose of a proxy server?
To act as an intermediary between clients and other servers.
What is a caching server?
A server that stores frequently accessed content to improve response times.
What is the benefit of using a proxy server?
Improves security, performance, and monitoring of internet usage.
What is the purpose of a virtualization host?
To run and manage virtual machines.
What is an example of a virtualization platform?
VMware, Hyper-V, or Oracle VirtualBox.
What is the purpose of an FTP server?
To transfer files between a client and a server.
What protocol is used by an FTP server?
FTP (File Transfer Protocol).
What is the purpose of an NTP server?
To synchronize time across devices on a network.
What is the purpose of a VoIP server?
To manage and route voice calls over IP networks.
What is the purpose of a syslog server?
To collect and store log messages from devices on a network.
What is the role of a database server?
To store, manage, and provide access to databases for applications.
What protocol is commonly used for remote desktop access?
RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol).
What is the purpose of a VPN server?
To provide secure remote access to a private network.
