Client-Server Model: Overview and Key Advantages

What is the Client-Server Model?

The client-server architecture consists of two distinct parts:

• The server: which provides services.

• The client or group of clients: which requests them.

Key Advantages

1. Scalability: Easily add more clients or servers to handle demand.
2. Maintenance: Update the server without affecting clients.
3. Security: Centralized control and protection of data.
4. Performance: Distributes workload across multiple servers.
5. Remote Access: Clients can connect from anywhere with internet.
6. Data Centralization: Simplifies management and backups.
7. Cross-Platform: Clients and servers can be on different platforms.
8. Load Balancing: Distributes requests for improved efficiency.
9. Resource Efficiency: Lightweight clients rely on server processing.
10. Centralized Administration: Manage users and settings from the server.