This chapter will give you a brief insight into the effect of computers in our daily lives. What are its uses? How do you define client-server architecture?

Computers are basically anything that can process data or make complex calculations. Given this definition, you will not be surprised to see computers all around the place. You might even be wearing one!

With the number and kinds of computers multiplying quickly, they have to be classified according to certain characteristics and use. This chapter will separate computers on the server side and on the client side.

In This Chapter:

Uses of Computers

What are the practical applications of a computer? Whether they are used for communication, financial transactions, gathering of information, complex calculations and transportation - these are the times when we definitely cannot subsist without them.

Client-Server Architecture

This section will discuss in detail the client-server relationship. Examples of both clients and servers are enumerated and described to illustrate the difference between the the two.