INFORMATION SHEET 3.

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Check normal functions of server

LEARNING OBJECTIVE/S:

After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:

1. Identify and check normal functions of server.

2. Identify what are a server and its function.
3. Enumerate the procedures to be made in moving and saving files to the
server home directory.

What is a Server?

 Server is a computer program that provides a service to

another computer programs and their users.

 A physical computer which runs a server programmed is frequently

referred to as a SERVER. Servers perform various essential tasks and
activities that is a very crucial thing of any organization's IT
infrastructure.

 The many complex processes that take place during an activity, for
example a security and authentication to billing and orders, the
purchase could not take place without several powerful servers handling
the load hence servers are very much important for any organization.
Functions of Server:

 The main and important function of a server is to listen in on a port for

incoming network requests, and a good demonstration of this is the
interaction between a Web server and browser.

 For a user the process is instantaneous, but when he clicks a link while
surfing on the Web, several things are taking place behind the scenes
like the request for the Web page is transmitted to the corresponding web
server, and the server fetches and assembles the Web page and
retransmits it using a protocol like HTTP, and, the user's browser
receives the data, converts it, and displays the page.

 Other function of a computer server is to store, retrieve and send or

"serve" files and data to other computers on its network. Many
businesses of all sizes use a local network or "intranet" in their office
facilities. On a larger scale, the world-wide computer network we know
as the "Internet" depends upon a large number of servers located around
the world. The files, data, and functionality of a given website are based
on web servers.
Storage Server

 A storage server is a type of server that is used to store, access, secure

and manage digital data, files and services.
 It is a purpose built server used for storing and accessing small to large
amount of data over a shared network or through the Internet.
 A storage server may also be called a file server.
 A storage server is typically less powerful than a standard server, but has
more storage space, storage access interfaces and specialized data
retrieval and management utilities.
 A storage server generally serves as a central point of access for data
storage and access. Local client nodes and remote computers access the
storage server through a GUI control panel and FTP or through
programmatic API access by software and applications.
 It can be used for routine or frequently used data storage and access, or
it can serve as a backup server for storing backup data.
 A storage server is an integral part of direct attached storage (DAS),
network attached storage (NAS) and other storage networking
technologies.

Saving Files to the Home (Server) Directory

If you are concerned about students having access to tests or files on

your computer, you can save files to your personal server space (Home
Directory). The only way to gain access to those files is to log on to a
computer, which connects to the server. You can find your Home Directory
under My Computer. The Drive will begin with your logon name. Example:
 My drive name is „janetsmith on wynne6\home\w-admin‟ (H:) Sometimes
you might not be able to see the H: but just look for your name.

Only small files should be saved to your Home

directory. Do NOT save music, movies, or pictures there. If you have large
files and want to save them, e-mail Helpdesk.

Moving Files to the Home Directory

You may already have files created and you want to move them over to the
server.

1. Find the files you want to move to the server.

2. Highlight the file or files

a. To highlight multiple files, which are all in a row, highlight the first
file in line – hold the shift key down and highlight the last file in line.

b. To highlight multiple files that are scattered throughout a folder,

highlight the first file – hold the control key and highlight the
remaining files.

3. Edit, Copy
4. Go to My Computer and Double-click on H:\ (The drive that starts with your
logon name)
5. File, New, Folder Name the folder whatever you like, example: “Mydocs
Backup 5-20-04”
6. Open the folder you just created
7. Edit, Paste
 You can save files to your home directory any time you want, just as you
would save them to My Documents or the C: drive.

Saving files to the Home Directory

1. Log on to your computer under your own name.

2. You Must be logged into the Novell Network in order for your H: drive to be
available.
3. Create any document, as you would typically.
4. Save the file, but change the drive letter from C: or My Documents to H:

References:

 https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-function-of-server
 https://www.sancuro.com/blog/post/What-Is-A-SERVER-And-What-
Are-the-Functions-of-It/
 https://www.techopedia.com/definition/9550/storage-server
 http://wynne.k12.ar.us/faculty/guides/saving_server.htm