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∙ 12y agoAn ethernet cord gives you direct access to the internet via modem or router.
Basic an ethernet cable is just like a phone line just built with a higher bandwidth.
To sum it up an ethernet cord allows a PC or laptop (even xbox360) to connect to the internet with faster speed.
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∙ 15y agoWhen it is installed with the correct software, it allows a computer to connect to a network.
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Port resembles a standard phone jack?
There are several ports that can be located on s standard phone. The one port on a modern phone that closely resembles a phone jack is called an Ethernet port.
What is the role of the Ethernet port on a PC?
The role of the ethernet port on a PC is to allow internet to be connected. Without an ethernet port, there is no place for the computer to be connected to the internet.
What is another name for a network port?
Ethernet port
Which port is used to connect your computer to a network?
The "Ethernet Port" Obviously is used for the Ethernet cable which often connects computers to a router. A router is a device that gets the Internet or from the phone/Internet port and routes it to your computer routers are required for ADSL and ADSL2+ to work. Oftener more than one computer is connected to the router. But this setup may be different for "Cable Internet because i have never had cable.
Will using a wireless connection take up an empty Ethernet port?
No, it will not take up an empty ethernet port.
Does it cost anything to recycle a 24 port ethernet hub?
There are no charge to recylce a 24 port ethernet hub.
Do Ethernet interface and Ethernet port refer to the same thing?
no they dont
What is RJ45 port?
It's an Ethernet port used for network connections.
What are the wired ports?
this is answer in view of IT and Ethernet port. Answer: An Ethernet port is an opening on computer network equipment that Ethernet cables plug into. These ports are alternatively called jacks or sockets. Ethernet ports accept cables with RJ-45 connectors.
Can you use an Ethernet cord to hook a laptop up to a printer?
IF the printer has an Ethernet port then yes.
What is the Ethernet port technically called?
most technicians and other people refere to it as a "nic"
Another name of RJ-45 connector of motherboaard?
LAN Port, Network Port or Ethernet Port
