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Network Interface Card (NIC) (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Computer Science)

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James Woodhouse

Written by: James Woodhouse

Reviewed by: Lucy Kirkham

Local Area Network Hardware: Network Interface Card (NIC)

  • Network hardware is a selection of essential components that enable the connectivity and communication of devices within computer networks

  • Networks use a variety of hardware to function, some of which include:

    • Router

    • Wireless access point (WAP)

    • Switch

    • Transmission media

    • Network interface card (NIC)

  • The exam requires you to understand the purpose of the network interface card (NIC)

What is a network interface card (NIC)?

  • The Network Interface Card (NIC) is required for a computer to connect to a network

  • A NIC can be both wired and wireless and allows your computer to send and receive data over a network

Network Interface Card

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    James Woodhouse

    Author: James Woodhouse

    Expertise: Computer Science

    James graduated from the University of Sunderland with a degree in ICT and Computing education. He has over 14 years of experience both teaching and leading in Computer Science, specialising in teaching GCSE and A-level. James has held various leadership roles, including Head of Computer Science and coordinator positions for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. James has a keen interest in networking security and technologies aimed at preventing security breaches.

    Lucy Kirkham

    Author: Lucy Kirkham

    Expertise: Head of STEM

    Lucy has been a passionate Maths teacher for over 12 years, teaching maths across the UK and abroad helping to engage, interest and develop confidence in the subject at all levels.Working as a Head of Department and then Director of Maths, Lucy has advised schools and academy trusts in both Scotland and the East Midlands, where her role was to support and coach teachers to improve Maths teaching for all.