# Computing - Thick and Thin Clients

> Source: https://ollybritton.com/notes/a-level/computing/topics/thick-and-thin-client/ · Updated: 2021-02-05 · Tags: computing, networking

## See Also
- [Computing - Networking](https://ollybritton.com/notes/a-level/computing/topics/networking/)

## Flashcards
##### What is a thick client??
A computer that does its own processing.

##### What is the main advantage of a thick client??
It doens't rely on a network.

##### Why might thick clients not be appropriate for running software which costs money??
Because you might have to have a seperate license for each computer.

##### Why are thick clients more difficult to maintain??
They require individual maintance to make sure they are up to date.

##### What is a thin cilent??
A computer that relies on the network for any significant processing or storage.

##### What's another name for a thin client??
A dumb terminal.

##### Why are thin clients useful for running software which costs money??
You only need one license since it's being run from the server.

##### Why are thin clients easier to update??
You only have to update the server rather than each individual computer.

##### Why are thin clients easier to setup??
There's not much setup to add a thin client to the network.

##### What is the main disadvantage of a thin clinet??
They must be connected to the network to operate.

##### Why do you need a powerful network to run thin clients??
There is lots of traffic and processing from all the thin clients.

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