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Client-Server Architecture

Client-Server Architecture
Client-server architecture is a fundamental concept in modern computing. It involves the division of tasks
between clients, which make requests, and servers, which provide services. This architectural approach
enables efficient communication, improved scalability, and enhanced security in distributed systems.

What is Client-Server Architecture?


Client-server architecture is a model for designing and implementing distributed systems, where tasks are
divided between clients and servers. Clients are devices or applications that make requests for services, such
as accessing a website or retrieving data from a database. Servers are computers or systems that provide
those services, by processing requests from clients and returning the requested information. This architecture
enables efficient communication between clients and servers, and allows for improved scalability and
security in distributed systems.
Client-Server Architecture Basics
Clients Servers Communication Model

Clients are devices or Servers are powerful Client-server communication


applications that initiate computers or machines that is based on a request-response
requests for data or services. provide services or resources model. The client initiates a
They can be desktop to clients. They store and request to the server, and the
computers, laptops, mobile manage data, process requests, server processes the request
devices, or even other servers. and deliver the requested and sends back a response.
Clients are responsible for information back to the This model enables distributed
sending requests to servers clients. Servers are designed processing, efficient resource
and handling the responses. to handle multiple client utilization, and centralized
requests simultaneously and data management.
ensure efficient and reliable
communication.
Types of Client-Server Architectures
1 Two-tier Architecture 2 Three-tier Architecture
Consists of a client, a server, and a Involves a presentation layer, an
database server. It is commonly used for application layer, and a data layer,
simple applications. providing better scalability and
flexibility.

3 N-tier Architecture
Allows for further distribution of components, enabling greater scalability and modifiability.
Advantages of Client-Server Architecture
Centralized Data Management Easier Maintenance and Scalability
Client-server architecture allows for It enables easier maintenance, updates, and
centralized data management. scalability of server resources.

Enhanced Security Diverse Usage Scenarios


Enhanced security measures can be Seamless integration with various client types,
implemented to protect server data and facilitating diverse usage scenarios.
resources.
Disadvantages of Client-Server Architecture
Single Point of Failure Higher Costs Scalability Challenges

One of the drawbacks of Another disadvantage is the Additionally, scalability can


client-server architecture is the higher initial setup and be challenging, as the server
potential for single point of maintenance costs compared may become overloaded with
failure, where the entire to peer-to-peer systems. too many clients.
system can be affected if the
central server fails.
Client-Server
Communication
Protocols

HTTP Protocol FTP Protocol SMTP Protocol


Enables the fetching of Facilitates the transfer of files Handles the sending of emails
resources, such as HTML between a client and server on a between servers using a set of
documents and images, from computer network. commands.
web servers.
Security Considerations
1 Data Encryption
Utilize strong encryption methods to protect sensitive data during transmission and storage.

2 Access Control
Implement robust access controls to restrict unauthorized access to the server and its
resources.

3 Authentication Mechanisms
Integrate multi-factor authentication to ensure the identity of both clients and servers.
Scalability and Performance
Scalability
Client-server architecture allows for horizontal scaling, enabling the addition of more
server nodes to handle increasing loads.

Load Balancing
Load balancers distribute client requests across multiple server nodes, optimizing
performance and improving scalability.

Caching Strategies
Implementing caching mechanisms can enhance performance by reducing server load
and improving response times for frequently accessed data.
Case Studies

E-commerce Platform Online Banking System Social Media Platforms


An e-commerce platform Online banking systems rely on Social media platforms leverage
utilizes client-server client-server architecture to client-server communication to
architecture to handle customer ensure secure access, real-time enable seamless sharing,
requests, manage inventory, and transactions, and account chatting, and real-time updates
process transactions securely. management. for users worldwide.
Key Components

Clients Devices or applications that initiate requests for


data or services

Servers Powerful computers or machines that provide


services or resources to clients

Request-Response Model The communication model where clients send


requests and servers respond

Distributed Processing The ability to divide tasks and process them


across multiple servers

Centralized Data Management The ability to store and manage data in a


centralized location (the server)
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