network adapter
Computer connection component
A network adapter is a hardware component that connects a computer to a network, translating data between the device and network infrastructure.
It may be a physical card installed inside a computer, a USB dongle, or circuitry built into a motherboard.
Wireless adapters connect to Wi-Fi networks; wired adapters use Ethernet cables.
Also called a network interface card or NIC.
- ethernetWired networking standard
- wirelessUntethered signal transmission
- driverVehicle operator
- device driverSoftware enabling hardware communication
- plug and playAutomatic device recognition
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