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Lesson:

What are Client

and Server?
Client and server are two fundamental components of modern computer networks, used to facilitate
communication and data exchange between devices. In this article, we will explore what client and server
mean, how they work together, and why they are important in the modern era of computing.

Introduction to Client
Client devices:- These refer to electronic devices such as computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other
computing devices that are used by individuals or organizations to access services or resources provided by a
server or network.

In the context of computer networks, a client refers to any device or software application that requests services
or resources from a server. Examples of clients include web browsers, email clients, and instant messaging
applications.

When a client requests services from a server, it sends a message or request containing the specific details of
what it is looking for. This request may include information such as the type of resource or service being
requested, the format in which the data should be returned, and any authentication or security credentials that
may be required.

Once the server receives the request from the client, it processes the request and returns a response containing
the requested information or resources. This response may include data such as HTML pages, images, or other
media content.

Introduction to Server
Do you remember sometimes your favorite apps like Whatsapp and Instagram do not work? You are not able to
send messages or see any new content in your feed. Sometimes the phrase "server is down" is also very
common. Let us understand what is server.

In contrast to clients, servers are devices or software applications that provide services or resources to clients.
Servers are responsible for processing requests from clients, performing the necessary actions or calculations,
and returning the results back to the client in the requested format.

Examples of servers include web servers, email servers, and file servers. Each type of server is designed to
provide specific services or resources to clients, such as hosting websites, storing and retrieving files, or
managing email communication.

Servers are typically connected to the internet or other computer networks, allowing them to communicate with
clients located anywhere in the world. They are designed to be highly reliable and available, with advanced
features such as redundancy and load balancing to ensure that they can handle high volumes of traffic and
requests.

How do Clients and Servers Work Together?


Clients and servers work together in a request-response model, in which clients request resources or services
from servers, and servers provide the requested resources or services back to the clients. This model is based
on the principles of client-server architecture, which is a common design pattern used in modern computer
networks.

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In this model, clients initiate requests by sending messages or packets containing specific details of what they
are looking for. Servers receive these requests, process them, and return a response containing the requested
information or resources. This response is sent back to the client, which then processes the information and
presents it to the user.

Why are Clients and Servers Important?


Clients and servers are important components of modern computer networks because they enable devices to
communicate and exchange data in a structured and efficient manner. This enables users to access a wide
range of services and resources, such as websites, email, and file sharing, from anywhere in the world through
client devices like mobile phones and laptops.

In addition to their technical benefits, clients and servers also have significant social and economic
implications. They have enabled the creation of new industries and businesses, such as online shopping, social
media, and cloud computing, and have transformed the way we communicate, work, and live.

How do clients and servers communicate?


These are the steps involved in the communication between a client and server
The client (such as a web browser) sends a request to the server (such as a web server) over the internet
The request contains information such as the URL of the page being requested, any parameters or data
being sent, and any headers such as authentication credentials or expected response type
The server receives the request, processes it, and generates a response
The response contains the requested data, such as the HTML code, images, and other media files needed to
display the webpage.

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The server sends the response back to the client over the Internet
The client receives the response and processes the data, parsing the HTML code and rendering the images
and other media files to display the webpage
The client can then interact with the webpage by clicking on links, filling out forms, or navigating to other
pages within the website
Each interaction triggers a new request from the client to the server, and the process repeats.

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