Distinctions Between Client and Server Requirements

In a client/server architecture, both the client (application) and the server consume RAM and File Space.
Client-side usage is almost completely application dependent.
Choice of GUI toolkit also affects client-side requirements.
Fuzzy distinction between client & server for resources.
Complex applications creep into server memory allocation.
Choice of GUI toolkit can contribute to server-side utilization.

In a client/server architecture, both the client (application) and the server consume RAM and File Space.