Computers connected to a network are essentially categorized as servers or workstations. As a rule, people do not use servers directly, but run continuously to provide “services” to other computers (and their human users) on the network. Offers may include printing and faxing, software hosting, file storage and sharing, messaging, data storage and retrieval, full access control (security) to network resources, and more.
Workstations are so-called because they usually have a human
user who communicates with the network through them. Workstations are
traditionally considered to be desktops that consist of a computer, keyboard,
screen, and mouse, or laptops with a built-in keyboard, screen, and touchpad.
With the advent of tablets and touch screen devices such as the iPad and
iPhone, our definition of a workstation is evolving rapidly and includes these
devices as they can communicate with the network and take advantage of network
services.
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Servers are usually more powerful than workstations,
although configurations are based on needs. For example, a group of servers may
be located in a protected area away from people and can only be accessed over a
network. In such cases, it is common for the servers to operate without a
dedicated display or keyboard. However, the size and speed of server
processors, hard disk space, and main memory can dramatically increase system
costs. On the other hand, a workstation may not need as much storage space or working
memory, but it may require an expensive screen to suit the user’s needs. Every
computer on the network must be properly configured for use.
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