Network architectures is the way network are designed to communicate.
- Types of network architecture :-
- Peer-to-peer (P2P)
- Client-Server
Client-Server Network Peer to Peer Network
Peer-To-Peer Network
Definition :
1. A network model in which all computers can function as
clients or servers as needed, and there’s no centralized
control over network resources.
2. a simple, inexpensive network that typi Iscally connects
fewer than 10 computers.
Peer-To-Peer Network
1. A network model in which all computers can function as
clients or servers as needed, and there’s no centralized
control over network resources.
2. a simple, inexpensive network that typi Iscally connects
fewer than 10 computers.
Peer-To-Peer Network
- Most computers function as clients or servers.
- Example
: A computer can act as a server by sharing a printer it’s connected to
and at the same time act as client by accessing a file shared by
another computer on the network.
Client-Server Network
Client-server network:
Network in which one or more computers act as a server, and the other computers (clients) on the network
request services from the server.
Client-Server Network
Servers are special, powerful computers that provide ‘services’ to the client computers on the network.
These services might include:
~Providing a central, common file storage area
~Sharing hardware such as printers
~Controlling who can or can’t have access the network
~Sharing Internet connections
Network in which one or more computers act as a server, and the other computers (clients) on the network
request services from the server.
Client-Server Network
Servers are special, powerful computers that provide ‘services’ to the client computers on the network.
These services might include:
~Providing a central, common file storage area
~Sharing hardware such as printers
~Controlling who can or can’t have access the network
~Sharing Internet connections
| Type Of Network |
Advantages |
Disadvantages |
| Peer-To-Peer Network Architecture |
-Less startup cost to setup the network architecture - No need for a server. -Easy to Setup up - An operating system (such as Windows XP) already in place may only need to be reconfigured for peer-to-peer operations. |
-Decentralized - No central repository for files and applications. -Less Security - Does not provide the security available on a client/server network |
| Client-Server Network Architecture |
-Centralized - Resources and data security are controlled through the server. -Scalability - Any or all elements can be replaced individually as needs increase. -Flexibility - New technology can be easily integrated into system. -Interoperability - All components (client/network/server) work together. -Accessibility - Server can be accessed remotely and across multiple platforms. |
-Expense - Requires initial investment in dedicated server. -Maintenance - Large networks will require a staff to ensure efficient operation. -Dependence - When server goes down, operations will cease across the network |