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Peer-to-Peer
•Disadvantages of a peer-to-peer
network:
– Decentralized - No central repository for
files and applications.
–Less security- Does not provide the security available
on a client/server networkClient-server
Disadvantages of a client-server network:
•Expense
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Requires initial investment in dedicated server.
•Maintenance
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Large networks will require a staff to ensure efficient operation.
•Dependence
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When server goes down, operations will cease across the network