Explain the differences between a client and a server in a network setup.

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A client is a device (such as a PC, smartphone, or printer) that requests and uses services, data, or resources from a server - for example, opening a webpage, accessing a file, or printing a document. A server is a powerful, centralized computer that manages and stores resources like files, databases, printers, and internet access, and responds to requests sent by clients. In a client-server setup, communication and access are controlled by the server (centralized architecture), so clients depend on the server being available to work effectively on shared tasks.