Technology
What is A server?
A server is a computer that provides data or services to other computers, called clients, over a network. When you visit a website or send an email, a server somewhere stores the information and sends it to your device.
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Watch a 2-minute lesson with voice + animation that explains a server.
Key things to understand
- 1It's a computer that serves data or services to others.
- 2Other devices (clients) request things from it.
- 3Servers power websites, email, apps, and games.
- 4They often run constantly in data centers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a server in simple terms?
- A computer that stores information or runs services and sends them to other devices that request them.
- What's the difference between a server and a client?
- A server provides data or services; a client (like your phone or laptop) requests and uses them.
- Where are servers located?
- Often in data centers — large facilities full of servers running around the clock.