Which two functions describe a server on a network? (Choose two.)
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Correct answer: Handles requests from multiple workstations concurrently, Runs applications that send and retrieve data for requesting workstations.
Why this is the answer
Servers are designed to process requests from multiple client devices simultaneously, which is a core function. They host and execute applications that manage and deliver data to these requesting workstations. While redundancy can be achieved through various methods, including virtual server clustering, it's not the sole means, nor is it a defining function of a server itself, but rather a design principle for high availability. Servers are not exclusively housed in single-client data centers; they can be in multi-tenant environments or even on-premise. Servers do not necessarily run the same OS to communicate; interoperability is achieved through standardized protocols, not OS uniformity.
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