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Client-Server
vs.
Peer-to-Peer
Networks
- (February - 2009)
Every
network requires special software to control the flow of
information between users. A Network Operating System, or NOS,
is installed onto each PC that requires network access. The NOS
is like a traffic cop that monitors the exchange and flow of
files, electronic mail, and other network information.
Peer to Peer Model:
Network
Operating Systems are usually classified according to whether
they are peer-to-peer or client-server NOSs. Peer-to-peer NOSs
like Windows 95 and Windows for Workgroups are best for home &
small office use--they're great for sharing applications, data,
printers, and other localized resources across a handful of PCs.
Client-server NOSs like Windows NT and NetWare are ideal for
large-scale organizations that require fast network access for
video, publishing, multimedia, spreadsheet, database, and
accounting operations.
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