Disadvantages of the Client Server Model
Computer Science: OCR A Level, topic 3.3.22
Disadvantages of the Client-Server Model
The client-server model works well for almost all network communications, but it isn't always the best way.
Risk of downtime
- If the central server fails, then the whole of the network would not be able to function.
High cost
- Server hardware is usually very expensive.
Security
- Servers are often targeted in cyber attacks such as:
- Ransomware attacks.
- Denial of service attacks.
Test yourself on Disadvantages of the Client Server Model
Which of these events could break an entire client-server network?