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	from Bradley Mitchell Ethernet is a physical and data link layer technology for local area networks. Homes, schools and offices around the world all commonly use Ethernet standard cables and adapters to network personal computers.
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What Is an Ethernet Card? An Ethernet card is one kind of network adapter. These adapters support the Ethernet standard for high-speed network connections via cables. Ethernet cards are sometimes known as network interface cards (NICs).             More Topics Making Ethernet Green It isn't easy Setting Up a Home Network Configuring and connecting the parts P2P Networking File sharing VPN - Virtual Private Networking Clients, servers, protocols Speed Tests For Internet network connections Networking with Broadband Routers Wireless and wired Connecting Two Computers Simply Basic networking CAT5 Ethernet Cables Category 5 (CAT5) is a form of Ethernet cable commonly used today to connect computers. The CAT5 standard supports Fast Ethernet and other forms of local area networking.   What Is Gigabit Ethernet? Gigabit Ethernet is an extension to the family of Ethernet computer networking and communication standards. The Gigabit Ethernet standard supports a theoretical maximum data rate of 1000 Mbps.     Sponsored Links   Winter Holidays: Gifts, Decorating Tips, Recipes, and More Winter Holidays: Gifts, Decorating Tips, Recipes, and More Ready for the holiday rush? Need help buying the perfect gift for your nephew or planning a fabulous holiday meal? Get expert advice on the best toys, clothes, gadgets and ways to reduce holiday stress.

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