Lan Hardware

Lan Hardware

1. Ethernet cable

   • Ethernet cables connect devices together within a local area network, like PCs, routers, and switches.

2. router

   • A router can form a LAN by connecting devices within a building.

3. Network interface card

   • NICs enable desktop and laptop computers to connect to a network. NICs are small circuit boards that connect to the motherboard. Smartphones also use a GSM chip to connect to the telephone network. Games consoles contain a NIC card so users can access the internet, download games and play online.

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