The server
Example: The server hosts applications and data
Definition
"The server" refers to a computer or system that provides resources, data, services, or programs to other computers, known as clients, over a network. It hosts applications and data, allowing multiple users to access and share information efficiently.
Etymology
The term "the server" originates from the verb 'serve,' which comes from the Latin 'servire,' meaning 'to serve or be a servant.' In computing, it was adopted to describe machines that 'serve' resources to clients. Did you know? The concept of servers predates modern computers, initially referring to people who served others.
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"The server" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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