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A network administrator sets up a system where all devices connect to a central server, but some devices also share files directly with each other. What is the issue with calling this a pure client-server model?

ADevices cannot connect to more than one network.

BCentral servers cannot handle multiple clients.

CPeer-to-peer networks require a central server.

DClient-server model does not allow direct device-to-device sharing.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand client-server model rules
In client-server, clients communicate only through the central server, no direct sharing.
Step 2: Identify the problem
Direct device-to-device sharing contradicts pure client-server model.
Final Answer:
Client-server model does not allow direct device-to-device sharing. -> Option D
Quick Check:
Direct sharing ≠ pure client-server [OK]

Quick Trick: Client-server means no direct sharing between clients [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Thinking central server can't handle many clients
Confusing peer-to-peer needs server
Believing devices can't join multiple networks

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