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Client-server relations describe a fundamental architecture in computer networking where tasks or workloads are distributed between providers of a resource or service, called servers, and the requesters of that service, called clients. This model is ubiquitous in modern computing, powering everything from web browsing to email and online gaming.

In this relationship, the server is a passive entity that waits for requests from clients. Once a request is received, the server processes it and sends back a response. This response could be data, a service, or a confirmation of an action. The client, on the other hand, is an active entity that initiates communication by sending requests to the server. It then waits for and receives the server's response, which it then uses to perform its task.

The advantages of the client-server model include centralized control and management of resources on the server, making updates and maintenance simpler. It also allows for scalability, as multiple clients can access the same server resources. Security can be enhanced by implementing access controls and authentication on the server. However, a potential drawback is that if the server fails, the clients relying on it may be unable to function. The performance of clients can also be dependent on the server's capacity and network speed. Examples of client-server applications include web browsers requesting web pages from web servers, email clients retrieving messages from mail servers, and file transfer clients downloading files from FTP servers.