A distributed application structure that partitions tasks or workloads between the providers of a resource or service, called servers, and service requesters, called clients.
"Most web applications follow the client-server model, where the web server serves web pages and the client's browser displays them."
A family of multitasking, multiuser computer operating systems that derive from the original AT&T Unix.
"Unix is known for its portability, flexibility, and robustness and is widely used in servers, workstations, and mobile devices."
A lightweight data-interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write, and easy for machines to parse and generate.
"JSON is commonly used for transmitting data in web applications between clients and servers."
a type of cyber attack where multiple compromised computer systems attack a target, such as a server, website, or other network resource, causing a denial of service for users of the targeted resource.
"A DDoS attack can overwhelm the targeted server with requests, making the website or service unavailable to legitimate users."