Network Interface Card (NIC) (Cambridge (CIE) O Level Computer Science)
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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
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