A server is a computer system or software that provides services or resources to other computers or devices over a network. It can handle requests from clients and respond with the requested data or services.
For example, when you access a website, your web browser sends a request to the server hosting that website. The server then processes the request, retrieves the necessary files, and sends them back to your browser, allowing you to view the webpage.
In the context of cloud computing, servers are often virtualized and provided as a service by cloud providers. This allows users to access scalable and flexible computing resources on-demand.
Tencent Cloud offers a range of server-related services, such as Cloud Virtual Machine (CVM), which provides scalable and reliable virtual servers for various applications and workloads.