2ND Semester

Quarter 4 Module 1

Learning Objectives
 Install and update required modules/add-ons on NOS installation procedures
 Confirm network services based on user/system requirements
 Check operation of network services based on user/system requirements

Learning Competency: LESSON 10. SETTING-UP COMPUTER SERVERS (SUCS)

LO2: Configure network services
Install and update required modules/add-ons on NOS installation procedures
Confirm network services based on user/system requirements
Check operation of network services based on user/system requirements
TLE_IACSS9-12SUCS-IIIf-j-IVa-j-38

HOW DO YOU USE THIS MODULE?

Before starting the module, I want you to set aside other tasks that will
disturb you while enjoying the lessons. Read the simple instructions below to successfully enjoy the
objectives of this kit. Have fun!
1. Follow carefully all the contents and instructions indicated in every page of this module.
 PARTS OF THE MOD

LESSON 2A – SERVER MODULES AND ADD ONS

INTRODUCTION

Cannot establish connection to server” message of hopelessness for those who are uploading
files online, posting photos on Facebook, downloading torrent file from peer network, and streaming
videos online. But what is this message all about? What is the server that this message referring to, or
in other hand, what is server?

SERVER

It is a physical computer that

provide services to all client computers
connected to it, allowing them (client
computer) to access available information
or resources.

An entity in the client/server

programming model, where the server is a
software or a program, running on one or
multiple computers, that manages
resources and services of the network,
while handling requests from different
computers to access said resources.

In short, server is a software or

hardware that gives services to other hardware and software entity.

A server is an application or device that performs service for connected clients as part of
client server architecture. A workstation is a personal computer that is used for high end applications
such as graphic design, video editing, CAD, 3-D design, or other CPU and RAM intensive programs.

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 SERVER OPERATING SYSTEM or server OS, is advanced operating system specifically
designed to run on server sides, which is specialized computers that operates within a client/server
architecture to serve the requests of connected client computers on the network.

1. Windows Server is a server operating system developed by Microsoft, as a part of the

Windows Network family, which is getting developed concurrently with Windows 10 OS.

2. Red Hat Enterprise Linux is a popular Linux distribution OS developed by Red Hat and
targets toward the commercial computer market. Red Hat Enterprise Linux a world’s leading
multinational software company based in America. It provides open-source software
solutions and products to various enterprises and communities around the world and deals in
Linux Enterprise after payment and Fedora for free to its users.

3. Ubuntu OS is a popular open-source operating system for computers, laptops, tablets,

phones and cloud computing. This Linux-based OS is designed to work on multi-platform
that can run everywhere from the Desktop PCs, the smart-phones, and the tablet to the server
and the cloud environment. It is said to be secure, fast and economically scalable; it helps
make the most of infrastructure. Whether to deploy a cloud or a web farm, Ubuntu Server
supports the most popular hardware and software.

4. CentOS is another Linux distribution that attempts to provide a free, enterprise-class,

community-supported computing platform functionally compatible with its upstream source,
Red Hat Enterprise Linux. A community enterprise OS, that is a free rebuild of open-source
packages from the popular Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

5. SUSE OS is a Linux-based computer operating system. It is built on top of the open-source

Linux kernel and is distributed with system and application software from other open-source
projects. This premier Linux operating system built for the enterprises, works perfectly on a
variety of hardware platforms. It is a leading server operating system by SUSE. It is designed
for servers, mainframes, and workstations but can be installed on desktop computers for
personal and as well as testing purpose.

6. Oracle Linux Server is an open, cloud-ready infrastructure, that can be used throughout
Oracle Cloud and Oracle engineered systems, Oracle Linux Server is a proven operating
system that is available in the cloud, on premises, or as an embedded system. Oracle Linux

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 server is designed to provide the reliability, scalability, security, and performance for
demanding enterprise workloads. It is built for enterprise-level experience.

7. SERVER NETWORK SERVICES

Network Service – a capability that facilitates a network operation. It typically is provided

by a server (which can be running one or more services), based on network protocols running at the
application layer in the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model of the network. Some examples
are domain name system (DNS), dynamic
host configuration protocol (DHCP), voice
over internet protocol (VoIP), etc.

A network service is a composition of

network functions and defined by its
functional and behavioral specification.

NOTE: The network service contributes to

the behavior of the higher layer service,
which is characterized by at least
performance, dependability, and security
specifications. The end-to-end network
service behavior is the result of the
combination of the individual network
function behaviors as well as the behaviors of the network infrastructure composition mechanism.

Different Types of Network Services

The term network services is used to describe a wide range of software and connectivity
tools that are managed by a central group and distributed to the networked computers. A networked
computer environment occurs when multiple computers are connected to each other or a central
server. The computers are able to access shared files and utilities from a central location. There are
several advantages to this type of environment, ranging from increased quality control to
performance and issue management.

There are four types of network services:

1. user management
2. email
3. printing
4. system administration.
In a networked environment, the desktops are known as client computers or workstations.
The servers are typically stored in a special temperature-controlled room that is often physically
located in a different building or space than the workstation users. Access is provided through
network cables that are used to transmit data packages within the network. These cables also provide
access to the Internet, typically after being routed through a central server or network switch.

 User management is a range of services, from the creation of user names and passwords to
the allocation of rights, privileges, and access. For example, when a new staff member joins a
department, the network administrator must create a new account for this person to access the
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 network services. Access to applications, files, services, and tools this person will require to
complete his or her job must be provided by the system administrator. This is known as user
management and authentication.

 Email is a widely used productivity tool that requires connection to the Internet. In addition,
many organizations have a policy surrounding the email software that can be used, the
maximum storage capacity, and the file sizes that can be transmitted. Most organizations
provide staff with a company-specific email address, which requires the creation and
maintenance of an email server.

 Shared printing is one of the primary network services required in any organization. Instead
of individual printers at each desk, all the users can submit printing jobs to a central unit. This
unit is often a multi-function printer, scanner, and photocopier. In order to provide this type
of network service, many firms implement special printer management software to control
the flow of documents and protect confidential documents.

From a system administration perspective, the ability to control all the workstations from a
central location is the best network service. The administrator is responsible for deploying new
software applications, updating the operating systems, and maintaining the same versions of software
programs on all the workstations. Many firms lock the workstations, so only the system administrator
can add new software or run new programs. This increases the overall quality of the network and
reduces staff time spent on computer maintenance.

Some network servers provide essential computer-to-computer services. These differ from
application services in that they are not directly accessed by end users. Instead, these services are
used by networked computers to simplify the installation, configuration, and operation of the
network.

The functions performed by the servers covered in this chapter are varied:

1. Name service for converting IP addresses to hostnames

2. Configuration servers that simplify the installation of networked hosts by handling part or all
of the TCP/IP configuration

3. Electronic mail services for moving mail through the network from the sender to the recipient

4. File servers that allow client computers to transparently share files

5. Print servers that allow printers to be centrally maintained and shared by all users

Servers on a TCP/IP network should not be confused with traditional PC LAN servers. Every
Unix host on your network can be both a server and a client. The hosts on a TCP/IP network are
“peers.” All systems are equal, and the network is not dependent on any one server. All of the
services discussed in this chapter can be installed on one or several systems on your network.

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REFERENCES
https://www.sdxcentral.com/resources/glossary/network-service/
https://www.easytechjunkie.com/what-are-the-different-types-of-network-services.htm
https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/tcpip-network-administration/0596002971/ch03.html

NAME: __________________________________________ SCORE: ________

DIRECTIONS: Read carefully each item and choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the
answer on the blank provided for. Answers can be repeated.
A. Desktop F. Workstation
B. Email G. Network Service
C. Network H. Shared Printing
D. Networking I. User Management
E. Server J. Server Operating System
K. System Administration

_______ 1. Known as client computers or workstations

_______ 2. One of the primary network services required in any organization.
_______ 3. A widely used productivity tool that requires connection to the Internet.
_______ 4. An advanced operating system specifically designed to run on server sides.
_______ 5. A software or hardware that gives services to other hardware and software
Entity.
_______ 6. The ability to control all the workstations from a central location is the best
network service.
_______ 7. A personal computer that is used for high end applications such as graphic
design, video editing, CAD, 3-D design.
_______ 8. A range of services, from the creation of user names and passwords to the
allocation of rights, privileges, and access.
_______ 9. It provides services to all client computers connected to it, allowing them
(client computer) to access available information or resources.
_______ 10. It is typically provided by a server, based on network protocols running at the
application layer in the OSI model of the network.

II. Tell whether the following statements describes:

A. Cent OS D. SUSE OS
B. Oracle Linux Server E. Ubuntu OS
C. Red Hat Enterprise Linux F. Windows Server
Write only the letter of your answer.
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 1. A world’s leading multinational software company based in America.
2. A Linux-based computer operating system. It is built on top of the open-source Linux
kernel
3. It is said to be secure, fast and economically scalable; it helps make the most of
infrastructure.
4. A popular open-source operating system for computers, laptops, tablets, phones and
cloud computing.
5. A proven operating system that is available in the cloud, on premises, or as an
embedded system.
6. This premier Linux operating system built for the enterprises, works perfectly on a
variety of hardware platforms.
7. An open, cloud-ready infrastructure, that can be used throughout Oracle Cloud and
Oracle engineered systems
8. A popular Linux distribution OS developed by Red Hat and targets toward the
commercial computer market.
_______ 9. A community enterprise OS, that is a free rebuild of open-source packages from the
popular Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
10. It is designed for servers, mainframes, and workstations but can be installed on
desktop computers for personal and as well as testing purpose.
_______ 11. Designed to provide the reliability, scalability, security, and performance for
demanding enterprise workloads. It is built for enterprise-level experience.
12. A server operating system developed by Microsoft, as a part of the Windows Network
family, which is getting developed concurrently with Windows 10 OS.
_______ 13. This Linux-based OS is designed to work on multi-platform that can run everywhere
from the Desktop PCs, the smart-phones, and the tablet to the server and the cloud
environment.
14. It provides open-source software solutions and products to various enterprises and
communities around the world and deals in Linux Enterprise after payment and
_______ Fedora for free to its users.
15. Another Linux distribution that attempts to provide a free, enterprise-class,
community-supported computing platform functionally compatible with its upstream
source, Red Hat Enterprise Linux.