File Server

A file server is a combination of a computer, internal hardware and software that allows network users to share computer programs and data. A file server usually has a significantly faster processor, faster interface card, more memory and more data storage than most PCs. It may also have a tape back-up unit, modems, and several printers attached.

A file server is a computer which is used for storing files. Any user on the network can store or retrieve files on the server with some request.

All services are controlled by the File server. Network requires a high-end Server with redundancy. It requires special equipment and software to diagnose network problems. It requires Certified Network Specialist to identify problems.

File server is single and critical machine. Suppose the File server got crashed all the operations will collapse. There are chances to get the files deleted. The following section explains how those deleted files would be recovered.