| Keyword | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | A common networking technology used by a NIC to facilitate wired network connections. |
| Full Duplex | A mode of communication that allows the NIC to send and receive data simultaneously. |
| Network Interface Card (NIC) | A network hardware component that provides the physical interface between a computer and a network, allowing the computer to connect to and communicate over the network |
| Network Interface Controller | A component that connects a device to a computer network. |