Network interface controller: Difference between revisions

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A network card typically has a [[twisted pair]] or [[BNC connector]] socket where the network cable is connected, and a few [[Light-emitting diode|LED]]s to inform the user of whether the network is active, and whether or not there is data being transmitted on it.

Most 21st centurynewer computers have an [[ethernet]] interface built into the [[motherboard]], so a separate network card is not required unless multiple interfaces are needed or some other type of network is used.

==Notable manufacturers==