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Types of Servers You Must Know

Currently, almost all companies, whether small, medium or large scale, have utilized technology and information in their business practices. One of them is the use of servers because it has a very important role for smooth business operations. 

A server is a computer or hardware device specifically designed to provide services, resources, or data to other computers called "clients" over a network, such as the internet or a local network (LAN). Servers serve as computing centers that manage requests from clients and provide appropriate responses. 

The benefits:

• Easily share resources even across multiple locations

• Make remote work possible.

• Faster and more efficient applications.

• Reduced risk of data loss for work interruptions

• Regular data backups increase reliability of resources.

Many consider servers to be an integral part of a company's operations as they can increase employee productivity and efficiency. In this article, we explain the types of servers, and list 10 types of computer servers used by individuals and organizations, as well as their functions.

What are the types of servers?

Servers come in many types, and each has a specific purpose that helps individuals and organizations process and store important information. 

1. Web Server

Web servers are a key part of the internet infrastructure that allows user sites to deliver and store web pages for access by users around the world. Web servers respond by sending requested files or content, such as HTML pages, images, videos, or other files.

2. Mail Server

Handles sending, receiving, and storing emails. Mail Server is one of the core components in an email infrastructure and must be properly managed to ensure reliable message delivery and email security.

3. File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Server

A specialized server designed to facilitate the secure transfer of files between computers over a network. Typically used for posting and downloading files, making it easy to share files and manage data remotely.

4. Database Server

It plays a central role in storing, organizing, retrieving, and processing data to clients or other applications over the network. The characteristics of a database server can handle simultaneous access by multiple users or clients, while still ensuring data consistency, security and efficient data management.

5. Proxy Server

An intermediary server that acts as a gateway between clients (such as computers or devices) and other servers. These servers can provide a secure connection by encrypting data sent over the web, thus allowing businesses to protect their data.

6. File Server

Provides a convenient and efficient way to manage and share files while ensuring data security and access control. It is designed to centralize file storage and facilitate data sharing and collaboration in a network environment.

7. Cloud Server 

Unlike other servers that are physical, cloud servers are virtual machines or containers that run on cloud infrastructure with the advantages of scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.

8. Application Server

Application servers play a vital role in the development, deployment, and management of modern web and enterprise applications.

9. DNS Server

The function of a DNS server is to keep a database of public IP addresses and associated hostnames and translate these names into IP addresses when requested. DNS servers are distributed around the world and use specific software or protocols to communicate with each other.

10. NTP Server

Network Time Protocol (NTP) servers are specialized servers whose role is to synchronize the time sources of network devices, such as computers, servers, and network equipment. Accurate timekeeping is essential to ensure that events are properly recorded and synchronized across the network, and NTP servers play a key role in achieving this goal.

Takeaway

Today, servers with a wide variety of configurations and specifications are available in the market that can meet various client needs. With so many server options, organizations need to consider their business goals and objectives to choose the server that best suits their needs.

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Author: Ghea Devita 

Marketing Communication PT Perkom Indah Murni