A-Level Computer Science – Client-Server & Peer-to-Peer Networks Explained (OCR / AQA) | S5:Ep7

This Episode offers an overview of network models and processing, focusing on client-server and peer-to-peer architectures. It explains how clients request services from central servers in one model, contrasting it with the decentralized nature of peer-to-peer networks. The document also details the differences between client-side and server-side processing, highlighting their advantages, disadvantages, and practical applications in web technologies like form validation and database interaction. Ultimately, it clarifies when each processing type is most suitable and the underlying mechanisms involved.