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Ethernet Standards: The Backbone of Modern Networking in 2025

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Asad Ijaz 7 Comments

In 2025, Ethernet standards remain the cornerstone of reliable, high-speed networking for homes, businesses, and data centers. From streaming 8K videos to powering smart cities, Ethernet’s balance of speed, affordability, and scalability makes it the go-to technology for wired networks. This guide explores Ethernet’s evolution, key standards, and how to choose the right one for… Read more

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Various types of Network Interface Cards (NICs) arranged around an icon representing an Ethernet port. The text 'NIC Card' is prominently displayed at the bottom along with the NetworkUstad logo and name in the bottom right corner.

Network Interface Card (NIC) and Ethernet: Essential for Modern Networking (2025)

Posted on June 2, 2019 by Asad Ijaz 16 Comments

A Network Interface Card (NIC), also known as an Ethernet card, is a hardware component that enables a computer to connect to a network, such as a home network or the Internet, using an Ethernet cable with an RJ-45 connector or wireless technologies. Network Interface Cards provide a dedicated, full-time connection to a network, and… Read more

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