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Server

What does Server?

A Server (German: Diener, Bediensteter) is a specialized computer or program used to provide specific functions, utilities, data, computing power, or storage space that other computers (known as clients) can access via a network connection. For example, content for websites is stored on a web server, and on an e-mail—Server manages incoming and outgoing emails or centrally stores data on a file server for other users.

Practical example

One company uses Server to personal data through Technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access.

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