A method for connecting computers in a Local Area Network (LAN), in which computers communicate through radio frequency signals sent over coaxial cable. An Ethernet-based system can network almost any kind of computer and transmit data at speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second.

A baseband protocol and technology invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks operate at 10 Mbps over coaxial cable and allows terminals, workstations, and hosts to communicate with each other.

A standard form of networking more than one computer or other hardware device together. EqualPlanet customers can share a single ADSL connection between multiple computers by networking them together, and connecting the network to a router.

Baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD and run over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps. Ethernet is similar to the IEEE 802.3 series of standards. See also 10Base2, 10Base5, 10BaseF, 10BaseT, 10Broad36, and IEEE 802.3.

LAN protocol synonymous with IEEE 802.3 standard

A LAN specification developed jointly by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD to transmit packets at a rate of 10 Mbps over a variety of cables.

(tech) — the most common local area network ( LAN) technology. An ethernet adapter is required to connect to this kind of network, such as the study bedroom network at the University of Kent.

A networking specification for LANs to allow the use of a large number of network devices such as computers, printers, and routers, in a single physical topology. Uses twisted pair [10-Base-T or coaxial [10-Base-2] wiring for the physical connection.

A local area data network, developed by Xerox Corp. and supported by Intel Corp., Digital Equipment Corp., and Hewlett-Packard Co.

A local area network to which you can connect data acquisition devices.

A standard for local area network transport media in which computers communicate quickly at speeds up to 10 megabits per second. On-campus computers are increasingly being connected to PennNet (Penn's data communications network) via Ethernet wiring. Contrasted at Penn to a slower method of data transmission called "asynchronous" or "start- stop" transmission. Ethernet media can transport both TCP/IP protocols and proprietary networking protocols such as AppleTalk.

A networking protocol that runs over coaxial or twisted pair wires for fast file transfer. Ethernet has a data transfer rate of 10 million bps.

(n.) A LAN protocol that supports high speed communications in the local area. Usually rates are at 10Mbps.

A baseband protocol invented by the Xerox Corporation in common use as the local area network for UNIX operating systems interconnected by TCP/IP. Runs at 16 megabits per second.

a standard computer networking communication format. It is the most common network format in use today. Token Ring is another that is still in wide use in businesses.

Standard method of connecting computers to a LAN. Ethernet can handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with almost any computer.

A LAN technology that operates over twisted-pair wiring or coaxial cable at speeds up to 100Mbps or higher. Your computer must have an Ethernet card installed for Canada On-line DSL service to work.

One of the oldest and probably widest used LAN technologies. Allows data to be sent at rates of up to 10 Mbits/s over twisted pair copper wire. Compare with Fast Ethernet.

Ethernet is the most widely used LAN technology. Most businesses installing a network today use Ethernet technology. Ethernet connects up to 1,024 nodes at 10 Mbps over twisted pair, coax and optical fiber. All stations share the total bandwidth within the network segment.

IEEE 802.3] 10Mbps (14,800 64 byte packets per second theoretical limit). MTU is 1500 bytes. (Minimum packet size is 72 bits.) Only goes 0.5km. Runs on (originally) 1/2 inch diameter shielded cable, a lighter coaxial (thinnet), or even shielded twisted pair cable. Currently (1993) connects 25 million computers. The efficiency of Ethernet is roughly a function (a), computed as five times the length of the line in kilometers times the capacity of the system in megabits per second, divided by the packet size in bits. When a exceeds a certain level (Leonard Kleinrock of UCLA sets it at 0.05), Ethernet's efficiency plummets. (reference) See also gigabit ethernet, below.

A cabling system and low-level protocol for networking.

Refers to the speed that data travels in the network. Ethernet speed is 10 Mbps (10 million bits per second), which is about 200 times faster than a 56K modem. Fast Ethernet technology is 10 times faster than that, about 100 Mbps.

The most popular type of Local Area Network. Devices wait until the LAN is quiet before transmitting. If two transmit at the same time, both hear the collision and wait a random period of time before re-sending. Originally 10Mbit/sec, now has a 100Mbit/sec option.

the most widespread Local Area Network technology.

A transport mechanism used to link computers to a LAN (Local Area Network).

The most popular Data Link layer standard for local area networking. Ethernet implements the Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) method of arbitrating multiple computer access to the same network. This standard supports the use of Ethernet over any type of media including wireless broardcast. Standard Ethernet operates at 10Mbps. Fast Ether operates at 100Mbps.

A local area network technology based on coaxial cable that uses CSDMA/CS technology. Ethernets also run over twisted pair cable as defined by the IEEE 10BaseT standard.

An international standard method of data communication widely used in office networks. The AnyPoint Home Network uses an Ethernet-based protocol to provide reliable, high-performance home networking over ordinary phonelines in the home, or through Radio Frequency (RF) transmissions.

An approach for local area networks using basic copper wire or cable connections. Ethernets have been developed for 10 Mbytes/sec, 100 Mbytes/sec and higher speed applications.

A network architecture used for local area networks (LANs). It operates over twisted pair wire and coaxial cable at a maximum speed of 10 megabits/second. PassageWay Telephony Services uses this network hardware as well as others. (See also Token Ring.)

the de facto standard for connecting computers which are located physically close together (2 miles or so). The bandwidth of an ethernet connection is 10 Mbps.

A baseband LAN technology, originally created by Xerox, DEC, and Intel. Ethernet is the base for the IEEE 802.3 LAN standard (although it doesn’t actually conform fully), and, until the advent of the TRN, was by far the most popular high-speed LAN product in the market. IBM now provides a high level of support for Ethernet. See also Gigabit Ethernet, Isochronous Ethernet.

is an IEEE data communications protocol originally developed for premises and local access networks (IEEE 802.3). It was originally developed for peer-to-peer communications using shared media over relatively short distances. Ethernet has been substantially improved over the years and now operates in a wide variety of settings. Ethernet is currently the most widely deployed LAN protocol in the world. Some of the newer variants of the standard include;

A protocol for interconnecting computers and peripheral devices at high speed, currently up to ten million bits per second. Ethernet-connected computers are directly connected to the Internet.

A 10-million bit per second networking scheme originally developed by Xerox Corporation. Ethernet is widely used for LANs because it can network a wide variety of computers, it is not proprietary, and components are widely available from many commercial sources. Ethernet will handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with almost any kind of computer. See also: Bandwidth, LAN

A common network cabling and signaling standard used to connect computers to Marquette's campus network. Make sure your computer has a network interface card supporting 10/100BaseT so you can use Ethernet to get online.

A 10 megabit per second (Mbps) baseband-type network that uses the contention-based CSMA/CD media access method. Invented by Robert Metcalfe ( Now 3COM) at Xerox' s Palo Alto Research Center in the mid-1970s.

local-area network (LAN) protocol that uses a bus topology. One of the most widely implemented LAN standards.

A local-area network (LAN) system developed in the early 1970's by Xerox PARC. Ethernets work at 10 million bits-per-second with transmission times (for a network of 1.5 kilometers/mile) in less than 10 microseconds.

Ethernet is a "low level" communication protocol used to exchange data across the Internet. It is also a type of cable used to connect networked computers.

LAN hardware interface - refers to protocol used to communicate

Ethernet was invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) and is a widely used LAN technology. Ethernet networks use the CSMA/CD protocol and run over various cables at a rate of 10Mbps; they are used by, for example, TCP/IP and XNS protocols. Ethernet is similar to a series of standards produced by IEEE referred to as IEEE 802.3.

A network communications system, consisting of the network adapters in every computer and server, and the cable and other devices connecting the adapters. Ethernet can operate with several different types of cable at speeds up to 10 million bits per second. Other examples network communications systems are token ring and ARCnet.

A system used in local area networking which allows computers to communicate with each other and exchange data at 10 or 100mbps and now up to 1gbps.

A proprietary contention bus network, or LAN protocol, developed by Xerox, Digital Equipment Corporation and Intel that connects devices such as printers, computers and terminals.

A LAN standard using baseband transmission mode at 10 megabits per second, coaxial cable, bus topology and CSMA/CD protocol

The most widely LAN transmission network. Based on a bus network topology, it runs at a maximum 10Mbit/s - in practice far less - and adopts CSMA/CD techniques operating over convention co-axial cable, thin wire co-axial cable and unshielded twisted pair cabling. A fiber-optic implementation has also been defined. Originally developed by Xerox, Intel and Dec, Ethernet has moved through V1 and V2 proprietary definitions, and has now been standardized by the IEEE as the IEEE 802.3 standard. This has several implementations - 10Base5 for use over conventional co-axial cable, 10BaseF for use over optic fiber, and 10BaseT for use over Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling.

an IEEE standard for computer data communications. A local area network used for connecting computers, printers, workstations, terminals, etc. within the same building. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and over coaxial cable at speeds up to 100Mbps. Ethernet LANs are being promoted by DEC, Intel and Xerox. Compare with Token Ring.

Xerox Corporation first developed this local-area-network (LAN) architecture in 1976, and today it's one of the most popular LAN standards. Ethernet can send information either wirelessly (known as WiFi) or, more commonly, over wires. It runs at 10mbps, and all terminals connect to a single common bus (sometimes called a highway). It serves as the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) 802.3 standard, which ensures that networks adhere to a particular set of technical standards. A new type, known as Fast Ethernet, or 100Base-T, runs at 100Mbps, and the newest type, Gigabit Ethernet, runs at 1gigabit per second. Ethernet is so popular that many PC manufacturers build its functionality directly into their motherboards.

The physical layer that allows Ethernet devices to communicate over coaxial or twisted pair cable. Ethernet is 10 Megabits per second and is the foundation for FAst Ethernet(100) and Gigabit Ethernet(1000). 10G is under development at this time and uses the same fundamental design as the first Ethernet specification.

The most common networking standard in the world, formally known as IEEE 802.3.

A proprietary bus network developed by Xerox, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Intel that provides fast transmission speeds.

local area network architecture that supports a data transfer rate of 10 Mbps. Ethernet is probably the most common way in which LANs are constructed. One particular implementation of Ethernet is 10baseT. A newer implementation, 100baseT, permits a 100 Mbps data transfer rate.

The most widely-installed local area network (LAN) technology. It permits very high-speed Internet access. Most computers on campus are connected using Ethernet. More information

A packet-switched data local area network (LAN) design by Xerox Corp. which employs CSMA-CD as access control mechanism.

The most widely used LAN transmission network. Based on a bus network topology, it runs at a maximum speed over 100 meters of 10Mbit/s. It operates over conventional co-axial cable, thin wire co-axial cable and unshielded twisted pair cabling. This has several implementations - 10Base5 for use over conventional co-axial cable, 10BaseF for use over optic fibre, and 10BaseT for use over Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling.

A popular LAN technology that moves packets between workstations and runs over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps (megabits per second). See also Bandwidth, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet.

A 10-Mbps, coaxial standard for LANs in which all nodes connect to the cable where they contend for access.

The most common method for connecting computers in a Local Area Network - see !0BaseT, 100BaseT etc.

A LANcabling technology that uses CSMA/CD delivery. Ethernet runs over many different media, ranging from thick cable (10Base5) to twisted-pair wire (10BaseT). Ethernet has been standardized by the International Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) organization. The three most common Ethernet cabling standards are: Thick Ethernet (10Base5) This is the original Ethernet cabling which used a thick, half -inch diameter coaxial cable. It operates in baseband mode with a bandwidth of 10Mbps. The maximum cable length of a segment is 500 meters. The IEEE label 10Base5 summarizes these characteristics:10-Mbps bandwidth, baseband operation, and 500 meter segments.Thick Ethernet uses MAUs(multistation access units), N-type, and AUI (attachment unit interface) connectors. Thin Ethernet(10Base2) Is a CSMA/CD network with these features: 10-Mbps bandwidth, baseband operation, and segment lengths of approximately 200 meters(the exact limit is 185 meters). The coaxial cable used is considerably thinner than thicknet coax. Thin Ethernet uses BNC (bayonet) and T connectors.

This is the most widely used architecture in local area networks (LAN). It is defined by the IEEE as the 802.3 standard. Ethernet operates over various types of physical media such as coaxial, shielded or unshielded twisted pair and fibre optics. It normally operates at 10 or 100 Mbps but new versions can operate at Gbit (1000 Mbps) transfer rates.

A cable-based system of communication for local area networks that prevents more than one computer transmitting at a time.

An IEEE 802.3 standard data link layer which can operate over several different media including fiber optic, coaxial cable and twisted-pair cable. This 10 million-bit-per-second networking scheme is widely used on campus because it can network a wide variety of computers; it is not proprietary; and components are widely available from many commercial sources.

A shared media 10Mbits/sec LAN employing 10Base-T twisted pair cabling. Defined by IEEE 802.3 in which all devices on the network share the total bandwidth.

Ethernet is the most widely installed Local Area Network ( LAN) technology. An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special grades of twisted pair wires. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T and provide transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet have evolved from Ethernet and provide transmission speeds up to 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps. Now, 10 Gigabit Ethernet is under development.

An industry standard for networking computers.

A popular method of networking computers in a LAN.

This is a network type that transports data using various protocols.

Ethernet is a network protocol that is widely used to link networks of PCs, UNIX workstations, and many other products, including fax machines. The design of Ethernet permits any or all communication protocols (such as TCP/IP, SPX/IPX (Novell NetWare) and Apple’s EtherTalk) to operate over the same physical wiring at once.

The most commonly used network architecture. Ethernet cabling is relatively easy to install at a moderate cost. Because it has been so widely used for many years, its technology has been well tested. Ethernet networks can use either bus or star topologies.

A method used for connecting computer systems together using local area network (LAN) technology.

The most common type of computer connection for a local area network (LAN).

A LAN communications system using 10- and now 100-Mbps baseband transmission, CSMA/CD access, logical-bus topology, and 10Base-5 (thick-wire Ethernet), 10Base-2 (coaxial), or 10Base-T (UTP or STP) cable.

A system of wiring, connectors and software that connects computers together in an office network.

A network protocol that transfers data at 10 Mbits per second across a linear bus topology. A baseband bus network using CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect) as the access method. A network cable and access protocol scheme originally developed by Xerox, now marketed mainly by Digital Equipment Corp. and 3Com.

Ethernet is communication standard on local networks at 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s or 1Gb/s. It corresponds at IEEE 802.3 norm and uses CSMA/CD technique.

A method used to access a Local Area Network (LAN). Token Ring is another method, but not widely used. Ethernet can be used on a shared network, where all clients share the bandwidth or on a switched network where each sender and receiver pair have the full bandwidth. Ethernet uses a technology that broadcasts each frame onto a medium such as wire or fiber. All computers, on the network, are listening. The computer with the matching destination address, accepts the frame and checks for errors. Ethernet was invented in 1973 by Robert Metcalfe and David Boggs of Xerox. It ran at 2.93 megabits per second (Mbps).

A common method of networking computers in a. Ethernet will handle 10M baud and can be used with almost any kind of computer. Free Ethernet Deployment Guide.

A set of standards for local area networking. Also refers to the wire that connects computers on a LAN.

Ethernet is a common way of networking computers in a LAN (Local Area Network).

The established LAN standard that was first developed by XEROX in the late 1970, then promoted in 1980 by DEC, Intel, and XEROX (DIX). It specified CSMA/CD computer communication over coaxial cabling. It was then adopted by IEEE as the basis for 802.3 LAN standard. While both the original version and the IEEE version of Ethernet use CSMA/CD, the IEEE 802.3 standard also extends the original Ethernet to cover the use of other media, i.e. twisted pair and fiber optic. Also see 802.3.

a network specification developed at Xerox Corporation's Palo Alto Research Center, and made into a network standard by Digital Equipment Corp., Intel Corp., and Xerox Corp. Connects computers in local area networks at speeds of 10 megabits per second. That's fast enough to peel the skin off your face.

Physical and link-level communications mechanism defined by the IEEE 802.3 family of standards.

A physical and data link layer technology for local area networks (LANs).

or "network card generally implies Ethernet by default. All Macs and many PCs come with 10/100 Ethernet ports for home use, not just to create a small home network, but to connect to the Internet via a DSL or cable modem, which requires it. A 10/100 port means that it supports both 10BaseT at 10 megabits per second (Mbps) and 100BaseT at 100 Mbps. Ethernet was invented by Bob Metcalfe and David Boggs at Xerox PARC in 1973, which first ran at 2.94 Mbps. Metcalfe later joined Digital where he facilitated a joint venture between Digital, Intel and Xerox to collaborate further on Ethernet. Version 1 was finalized in 1980. Can't find what you're looking for here? Ask us by completing this form

A local area network (LAN) transport protocol (TP), initially developed by Xerox and later refined by Digital, Intel, and Xerox IX.. It is very common in computer networks. It's bandwidth is 10 megabit (10,000,000 bits per second). All hosts are connected to a coaxial cable where they contend for network access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/C paradigm). See also Local Area Network. WWWebfx Home Page

A system for networking computers or other electronic equipment. Originally ran at 10 Mbps, then was upgraded to 100 Mbps. Latest version, called Gigabit Ethernet, runs at 1 Gbps. Two major variations: originally ran "broadband" on coaxial cable. Most common is "baseband" running on twisted pairs of wires, hence 10baseT means "10 Mbps Baseband Twisted pair." Can support a variety of different software protocols

Networking standards originally developed in 1973 by Xerox and formalized in 1980 by DEC, Intel, and Xerox. Ethernet networks transmit data at 10 Mbps using a specified protocol. See Fast Ethernet.

A common network interconnect typically used for local area networks. Typically it supports the TCP/IP network protocol, a standard for connecting machines on a network and the internet.

a data communications standard in either thick-net, thin-net, 10BaseT and now 100Mb/s standard from 2 to 100Mb/s. Note: Be wary of microwave vendors, particularly spread spectrum, that promise 10Mb/s connectivity but only can deliver 2Mb/s continuous throughout (or less).

(Ethernet network): Local area network (LAN) protocol that makes it possible to offer a standard speed of 10 megabits per second.

Standard for connecting computers on an Intranet. See also bandwidth, intranet.

10BaseT connection that transfers at 10 Mbps.

A high speed network used to connect computers in one building or an entire campus.

A common wiring scheme for local area networks (LAN).

A data communications system defining the physical and data link layers for the Open Systems Interconnection model. A method of sharing one of various wiring topologies between data communication devices.

A baseband LAN technology that uses the physical and data link layers of the OSI model. Software protocols, such as TCP/IP, provide network layer functions. Ethernet includes three standards: IEEE-802.3, Version 2.0 and Version 1.0.

A LAN standard for transmitting data between nodes on a network. Ethernet is used in a star or bus topology. There are three types: regular (10BaseT, 10Base-2, 10Base-5), Fast Ethernet (100Base-T), or Gigabit Ethernet.

IEEE networking standard, 10BaseT Ethernet (10Mbps), Fast Ethernet (100Mbps) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps).

A common standard of connecting LANS.

The most widely used LAN transmission network and runs at a maximum 10Mbit/s. (Fast Ethernet runs up to 100Mbit/s).

a communications protocol used in local area networks to connect computers, terminals, printers, etc., typically located within the same building. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and over coaxial cable at speeds up to 10 megabits per second. Ethernet is a physical link and data link protocol reflecting the two lowest layers of the DNA/OSI model.

10 Mbps LAN protocol.

A method of transmitting data over a Local Area Network or LAN. Developed by Xerox, Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) and Intel, ethernet connections can vary in data transmission speeds from 10Mbps (10BASE-T) to 100Mpbs (100BASE-T).

The most popular networking standard, used to allow you to transfer files to another machine.

A cable that provides a fast and direct connection to the Internet.

A LAN protocol in which computers access the network through CSMA/CD protocols defined by the IEEE 802.3 standards. Invented by Rank Xerox

A network standard for hardware and data links. Ethernet is the fastest networking technology. See also PPP, ARA, modem.

A common method of networking a computer on a LAN.

LAN and data-link protocol based on a packet frame. Usually operating at 10Mbps, multiple devices can share access to the link.

A PC interface used to connect computers and peripherals in a Local Area Network (LAN). Huge amounts of data can be transmitted quickly over ethernet cables — up to 10,000,000 bits-per-second is possible. The latest Panasonic Hard Disk Recorders feature ethernet connectors so that they can be incorporated in a LAN.

A form of LAN. An ethernet card is required to connect to this kind of network.

The most common of the network standards established in the early 1980's by the IEEE committee under standard 802.3

Common term for 802.3 networking between computers

(1) In a local computer network, a branching broadcast communications system for carrying digital data packets among locally distributed computing stations. (2) A two-level, baseband, local-area data communications network developed by Xerox and supported by DEC and Intel, among others.

One of the most common local area network (LAN) wiring schemes, Ethernet has a transmission rate of 10 megabits per second; a newer standard called Fast Ethernet will carry 100 megabits per second.

Ethernet is a local area network (LAN) implementation using the carrier-sense multiple access (CSMA/CD) protocol on a bus topology.

A standard used for allowing one computer to talk to another. It can also be used in describing a type of cable, such as "Ethernet cable." This is the industry standard of networking. Typically, most Ethernet networks support data transmission speeds of 10 Mbps or 100 mbps.

Ethernet is the most popular form of local area network (LAN) technology.

Networking standard for transferring data at high speed via radio frequencies.

the electrical signaling standard used on most parts of the UC Berkeley campus network

A widely used networking standard.

A cable that connects pieces of a local area network in a particular pattern.Elements. Portions of a HTML document which include beginning and ending tags and the text between them.

The most prevalent networking technology. It operates at 10 Megabits per second (10 Mbps) and is used mostly in LAN applications. Click Here for more information.

Ethernet is a LAN that was developed by Xerox in 1976. The different Node s on the Network are connected by Coaxial Cable. This cable can be thin (which can connect 2 Nodes up to a distance of about 1000 feet) or thick (which can connect 2 Nodes up to a distance of about 3300 feet). The Ethernet standard has a provision to transmit data at a rate of 10 megabits per second.

Ethernet is the standard hardware for TCP/IP LANs in the UNIX marketplace. It is a 10 megabit per second baseband type network that uses the contention based CSMA/CD (collision detect) media access method.

Transport protocol for LANs (Local Area Network).

A Local Area Network system that uses baseband transmission at 10 Mbps over coaxial cable. Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.

Ethernet is standardized as per IEEE 802.3. Ethernet is the most common implemented LAN standard. Supports data transfer rates of Mpbs, where 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps is supported.

An IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.

A local area network protocol that operates at OSI layer 2. This protocol is responsible for host to host communication and provides a method of media access for multiple computers to share. In older applications, the shared medium is a coaxial cable (RG8 or RG58 equivalent). Today, we find most applications to utilize a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable for connections rather than coaxial. There are several revised additions to the original standard, each describing a method of sharing a single medium with multiple devices. Each standards also specifies the speed at which data can be transferred. For instance, the 10baseT Ethernet cable standard specifies 10Mbit/sec data transfer over twisted pair cable that will not allow a device to transmit and receive data simultaneously. 100baseTX (Fast Ethernet) allows data to be sent and receive simultaneously providing faster data transmission at 100Mbit/sec over twisted pair cable.

See local area network (LAN).

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) standard data link protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Forms the underlying transport vehicle used by several upper-level protocols, including TCP/IP and XNS. See CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect) for a description of Ethernet's media-access method.

A standard network communication technology used for decades. Uses cat-5 cabling. Can be used on any network medium, including wired, wireless, or optical.

Also known as CSMA/CD, it is a networking technology which relies upon collision detection to back off from simultaneous transmission. Operating at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) and 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet), it is the single most commonly deployed networking technology in the LAN, and the primary one used in UCInet LANs. Ethernet is a layer-2 technology.

Originally, a thick coaxial high-speed cable connecting machines in a LAN (with a 10 MB/s max burst rate), and an associated ``conversation-like'' protocol. Modern meaning is still evolving.

A method of networking common for local area networks. This can handle 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with many types of computers.

a method for directly connecting a computer to a network in the same physical location .

see Bus network.

A file-transfer networking technology.

A networking standard for local area networks that carry data at 10 Megabits per second, or 1.25 Megabytes per second.

The currently dominant local area network technology. This is a 'broadcast' technology, with all messages being broadcast to all receivers, but only the destination computer picks the message up. Each packet of the message has a destination address with a unique 48-bit address that identifies the destination computer. Close this window

Ethernet is also known as cat-5 cabling. It's the standard means of connecting two machines on the network. Currently ethernet is limited to 100 Mbps (or 100 Mega bits per second).

A network standard of communication

By far the most widely deployed LAN technology in the world. Ethernet has several implementations, the most common of which is 10Base-T, offering maximum transmission speeds of 10 Mbps over the wire. 802.11 wireless networks are also known as "wireless Ethernet." Other common varieties of Ethernet include Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps), and Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbps). See also Metro Ethernet. Back

A network hardware standard. Ethernet is probably the most-used network type in the world.

LAN standard with data transfer rates up to 10Mbps. Fast Ethernet (100Base-T) supports data transfer rates up to 100Mbps.

This is a common way to network computers in a LAN.

Coaxial cable used to network computers. The cable carries radio frequency signals between the computers at a rate of 10 megabits per second. Faster versions of Ethernet are becoming more widely available.

A connection medium that allows high-speed transmission within a local area network. In practical application, it is the cable that looks like a larger phone cable going from the wall to your computer. The devices that connect multiple computers to each other are called Ethernet Hubs and Switches. • Firewall A hardware device and/or software that filters the flow of data into or out of a network. Firewalls are the principal line of defense against intruders trying to access your company data. We use a policy of least necessary access, meaning we only allow what is necessary to conduct business in order to provide maximum protection. • Hub A device roughly the size of a laptop used to allow multiple computers to communicate. Hubs are rather unsophisticated pieces of equipment that essentially tie all the cables together. Typically they are 10 or 100 mbit (million bits). Safety Net does not recommend using these devices in most cases.• LAN (Local Area Network) Typically defined as the complete network at a single physical site.

The most popular local area networking technology that supports data rates of 10Mbps. Most of today's Ethernet LANs use twisted-pair 10BaseT cabling that uses RJ45 jacks. A new version of Ethernet called Fast Ethernet supports data rates up to 100mbps.

A protocol for electrical connections and base addressing that is widely used in local area networks.

International standard networking technology for wired implementations with a speed of 10 Mbps.

A software protocol or language used for networking.

An industry standard hardware and software protocol for transmission of data packets over a network wire, usually at 10 and 100 megabits per second.

A standard for data transmission in local computer networks.

The most popular type of local area network protocol. It sends communications through a cable using digital signals. Return to .

The most popular form of local area network technology. Ethernet commonly provides transfer speeds of around 10Mbps.

IT network with a bus architecture. At present the most widespread technology for local networks.

A system of hardware and software for local area networks (LAN's) developed in 1976 by Xerox, DEC and Intel.

Frame-based computer networking technology for local area networks. Defines the wiring and signaling used at the physical layer and frame format and protocols used at the data link layer of the OSI model.

LAN protocol, which can be connected in either a bus or star topology, allowing personal computers to communicate with each other. A star topology is where all the computers individually connect to a single hub, a bus topology is where all the computers connect to each other through the same wire, without a hub.

A very common method of linking computers together.

Originally developed by Xerox, this is the most widely used LAN transmission technology. Ethernet LANs operate at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) and 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet).

The most common type of LAN access technology.  The most common kind of Ethernet is 10/100, meaning it supports both 10Base-T (transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps).  See also Twisted Pair, Category 5 Cable, Token Ring.

A method of connecting to the internet directly without the use of a modem. An ethernet connection to the internet is many times faster than a modem connection to the internet.

A LAN (Local Area Network) structure designed for high speed transfers.

Shared media link layer protocol for local area network connectivity. Defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard to run over various media at a bit rate of 10 Megabits per second.

A popular local area data communications network, originally developed by Xerox Corp., which accepts transmissions from computers and terminals.

The most common technology for local area networks, usually relying on coaxial cables or special "twisted-pair" wires.

An extremely fast internet connection that is usually available in most university-owned residence halls. To use an Ethernet connection properly, a student will need a network card and cable for their computer.

A networking technology that has any node on the network sending data at any time.

First generation of Ethernet transfers up to 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet, the second generation transfers up to 100Mbps, and Gigabit Ethernet, the third generation of Ethernet transfers up to 1000Mbps.

An ethernet card enables communication between two or more computers on a network.

A widely used communications protocol for a LAN.

A very common method of networking computers. Ethernet will handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and is mostly universally accepted as the standard.

Ethernet is the most widely-installed method for connecting computers in a network. An Ethernet network typically uses special grades of twisted pair wires. It is also used in wireless networks.

The most common method of connection for LANs. Typically, all stations on the segment share the total bandwidth, which is 10 megabits per second (Mbps) for Ethernet, 100 Mbps for Fast Ethernet, or 1000 Mbps for Gigabit Ethernet.

The most pervasive connection type for wired networking. Available in speeds from 10mbps all the way up yo 10,000mbps (10gbit). The most common wire used for Ethernet networking is Cat5 (Category 5) and the connectors used are RJ45, slightly larger than the RJ11 connectors used by phones, but the same shape.

Ethernet connectivity allows you to assign an IP address to the player and network it like a computer. Move files onto the player from the network.

A standard for LAN's developed jointly by Digital Equipment Corporation, Xerox, and Intel.

A widespread networking scheme most commonly known as 'the hardware device that enables the LAN to work at the office'. Ethernet was originally developed by Xerox PARC and further developed by DEC and Intel. There are now several speeds, including 10BASE-T, with transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps, Fast Ethernet (or 100BASE-T), with transmission speeds up to 100 Mbps, and Gigabit Ethernet, which offers the highest level of backbone support, at 1000 Mbps. See also: Local Area Network, Token ring.

a network communications protocol developed and originally marketed by Xerox Corporation. This technology is designed to handle the communication procedures of separate devices, such as word processors, personal computers, file and print servers, etc. Ethernet uses a bus technology, that is, it connects all stations on the network through a single channel of coaxial cable called a bus.

protocol for LAN linking servers, workstations, printers, etc

A network specification developed by Digital Equipment Corporation, Intel and Xerox that theoretically allows data to travel at 10 megabits (million bits) per second. [| Up to E| Down to G | Bottom

The most widely used network technology. Frame based technology for local area networks.

a local area network (LAN) software standard that determines system operation. It is organised with software; network cards and adapters in each computer or terminal in the network

Hardware standard developed by Rank Xerox at Paulo Alto labs. for multiple transmission / collision detection data transfer. Ethernet provides a best effort, broadcast packet delivery system using passive coaxial or twisted pair (e.g. 10Base-T) cables. Ethernet transmits data at 10 or 100Mbit/s over distances of approximately 30m.

The set of protocols that control local area network (LAN) connections, described by the IEEE 802.3 standard.

A network technology that uses a bus topology in which all computers on the Ethernet attach to a single cable.

A local area network that connects devices like computers, printers, and terminals. Ethernet operates over twisted-pair or coaxial cable at speeds at 10 Mbps.

This is the world's most popular computer networking technology. Invented nearly two decades ago by Bob Metcalf at Xerox, it is now used by almost every business and enterprise in the developed world. However, the original Ethernet concept was oriented towards file transfer and not the more rigorous requirements of isochronous streaming data. IPV uses special techniques to provide effective multimedia services across Ethernet and all our products are optimised for use with switched Ethernet and Fast Ethernet technology.

A common data networking standard that defines a way to move digital information between two points.

A local area network that uses 1 persistent CSMA/CD protocol on a baseband bus.

A commonly used Local Area Network specification where computers share the same data line.

a communications standard commonly used in local area networks for transmitting data among computers on a network. (p. 56)

A local area networking protocol. Ethernet was designed as a common bus system operating at 10Mbit/s. However, Ethernet hubs are commonly used to support a star based topology over UTP whilst a 100Mbit/s variant (fast Ethernet) is also now available.

A popular local area network that uses a contention media-access method over a bus topology of coaxial cable. Also used to refer to the standard specified by IEEE 802.3.

A popular standard for linking computers on a network

Ethernet is the most common type of network adapter and is used widely for networking. Ethernet adapters connect through a network hub. If your home is wired for Ethernet, similar to phone wiring, you can connect your computers using Ethernet jacks in the wall. Otherwise, you must use a network hub to connect your computers together. To connect your computers using a hub, you will also need a network cable, called Ethernet RJ-45 twisted pair (10BaseT or 100BaseT). It looks slightly larger than a regular telephone cable.

a specific networking protocol (CSMA/CD: Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect) formerly associated with specialized coaxial cable (Ethernet cable) but now merely one of several protocols carried on optical fiber or copper wire as well

This is a network topology that is able to send data at 10 Mbits/second. Workstations can exist on the same cable, but only one can communicate at a time. To get by these limitations, switched Ethernet and Fast Ethernet were invented, and can also be combined.

A high speed local area network (LAN) composed of specific cable technology and communication protocols.

A local area network technology. A 10BASE-T system provides transmission speeds up to 10Mbps; a 100BASE-T system provides transmission speeds up to 100Mbps.

Ethernet is a term used to describe 10, 100, 1000mb/s copper wire networks. Devices are usually connected via a Hub, Switch, or crossed network lead.

a computer network and data-link protocol operating at 10Mbps with other devices. [Back to Glossary Table of Contents

A shared media link layer protocol for LAN connectivity defined by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.3 standard to run over various media at a rate of 10 Mbps.

Method of connecting multiple computers into a local area network (LAN). Most common form is 10BaseT.

Local Area Network (LAN) - Allows for shared computing in a small area by connecting all the computers in a network.

A local area network connecting computers together with cables so the computers can share the same information.

An elegant way of connecting computers (and other things) together so they can communicate with each other. Unfortunately, it is too power hungry for routine use by the micropower instruments of the AASTO.

A LAN specification that operates at 10 Megabits per second (MBPS) using CSMA/CD running over coaxial cable.

The ubiquitous set of standards for computers to communicate across networks, with varieties for wireless or wired transmission and standards of cabling.

A networking medium that was developed at the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) in the 1970s; was improved by Xerox, Intel, and Digital; and is now the most popular cabling method for LANs. the IEEE specification for Ethernet is the most common implementation.

A local area network developed by Xerox. It uses CSMA/CD access method and transmits at 10 or 100 megabits per second. Described by IEEE 802.3.

A special cabling type that allows for the transfer of a large amount of data at high-speeds. This term is also occasionally used to refer to TCP/IP protocols that are used to make high-speed Internet connections to function. Where Speakeasy refers to Ethernet, we are referring to the cabling.

The most prevalent technology used to interconnect PC, printers, etc. in a local area network. Uses a "party line" concept as multiple people share the Ethernet bandwidth. Transmission speeds vary from 10 Mbps to 1Gbps. Many different types of Ethernet connections can exist in a customer environment, usually based on speed and media types (fiber and copper). See 10Base2, 10BaseT, 100BaseTX, 100BaseFX, 1000BaseLX.

A cable that connects pieces of a local area network, capable of supporting data transfer at 10 Mbps.

A standard transmission protocol designed for local area networks. It is developed by Xerox.

A form of LAN data link that uses IEEE 802.3/ISO 8802-3 carrier-sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD) standards. Ethernet LANs are typically wired in a star with a central wiring hub and stations are attached to a common transmission facility, such as twisted-pair cable or coaxial cable. 10 BaseT Ethernet has a transmission speed of 10 Mbps.

A networking standard that uses cables to provide network access. Ethernet is the most widely-installed technology to connect computers together.

A trademark for a local area network protocol.

One of the oldest and widest used LAN technologies to access the Internet. Data commonly sent at 10 Mbits/s and with Fast Ethernet can be sent at 100Mbits/s. See Broadband, JANET, IP, LAN.

A networking protocol, Ethernet cards, hubs and routers are used in most local area networks worldwide. They're also relevant for ISDN: if you want to use an ISDN router, you need a hub, and an Ethernet card. This is essential for splitting ISDN connections between computers.

Hardware for transferring information between computers on a network. Ethernet is the most commonly used networking hardware, and it includes "ethernet adapters" in computers, CAT-5 cabling, routers, hubs and switches.

A widely implemented Local Area Network (LAN) standard.

The most popular type of local area network, which sends its communications through radio frequency signals carried by a coaxial cable.Each computer checks to see if another computer is transmitting and waits its turn to transmit.If two computers accidentally transmit at the same time and their messages collide, they wait and send again in turn.Software protocols used by Ethernet systems vary, but include Novell Netware and TCP/IP.

The usual way of connecting computers in a local (site) network and often used for the first link to a router when connecting to the Internet.

A local area network protocol using a carrier sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD) scheme to arbitrate the use of a 10 Mbps baseband coaxial cable (often referred to as IEEE 802.3).

A common way of networking computers in a local area network or LAN (such as the same building or floor).

A computer network standard that is common for the connection of computers and printers in the workplace. Speeds available generally range from 11 Megabits per second upward. The ubiquitous blue cables snaking around offices are Ethernet cables.

The most popular international standard technology for wired Local Area Networks (LANs). It provides from 10 Mbps transmission speeds on basic 10BastT Ethernet networks to 100 Mbps transmission speeds on Fast Ethernet networks, 1000 Mbps on Gigabit Ethernet, and 10,000 Mbps on 10 Gigabit Ethernet. (See 802.3) close

A network system for local computers that uses a series of standard network protocols that allow different types of computers to communicate, at about 10,000,000 bits-per-second.

A 10Mbps to 100 Mbps LAN data link protocol.

A high-speed network connection.

A LAN for connecting computers, printers, servers, workstations, terminals, etc. within the same bldg. or campus.

A specific LAN0-technique, working at 10 or 100 Mbit/sec. The standard has been defined at the IEEE. Ethernet is the most commonly used (and cheapest) standard for LAN.

Ethernet works as a broadcast network where when one station transmits a message, all stations will "hear" the message, but only the addressed station will "open" the message. Ethernet has become a standard for LANs and has gone from 10Mbps to 1000Mbps over the last 20 years.

LAN protocol used for connecting computers, workstations, terminals, printers and other devices located in the same building.  Also known a 10Base-T, which signifies the Ethernet data transfer rate of 10Mbps.

A technology, which allows you to network machines together in a local area network (LAN). Ethernet is commonly used because of its incredible speed and scalability.

A common type of high speed wire data transmission used in Local Area Networks (LANs).

A high speed network used for local networks among workstations and servers. Usually forms the basis of large academic and corporate networks.

The first non-proprietary, local area network hardware and software, developed during the late 1970s through a partnership of DEC, Intel, and Xerox. It's now the most common network in hotels and convention facilities. Ethernet is similar to a series of standards referred to as IEEE 802.3.

Product name for one of the first popular LAN technologies, later standardized as IEEE 802.3.

(1) Ethernet is the standard hardware for TCP/IP local area networks in the UNIX marketplace. It is a 10-megabit per second baseband type LAN that allows multiple stations to access the transmission medium at will without prior coordination, avoids contention by using carrier sense and deference, and resolves contention by collision detection (CSMA/CD). (2) A passive coaxial cable whose interconnections contain devices or components, or both, that are all active. It uses CSMA/CD technology to provide a best-effort delivery system.

The most popular LAN access method, which is defined by the IEEE 802.3 standard. Ethernet is typically a shared media LAN. All systems on the segment share the total bandwidth, which is either 10 Mbps (Ethernet), 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) or 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet). Ethernet uses a thick coax cable as long as 1,640 feet without repeaters. With switched Ethernet, each sender and receiver pair have the full use of bandwidth. Ethernet was invented by Robert Metcalfe and David Boggs at Xerox PARC in 1973.

A high speed LAN using CSMA/CD. It was developed jointly by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporations.

Back bone connection. A local area network, originally developed by Xerox Corporation, capable of linking up to 1,024 nodes in a bus network. A high-speed baseband communication technique which provides for a raw data transfer rate of 10 megabits per second.

Ethernet is a physical and data link layer technology for LAN networking. When it first began to be widely deployed in the 1980s, Ethernet supported a maximum theoretical data rate of 10 megabits per second (Mbps). More recently, Fast Ethernet standards have extended traditional Ethernet technology to 100 Mbps peak, and Gigabit Ethernet technology extends performance up to 1000 Mbps.

Physical hardware medium for transmission of various networking protocols.

A standard and probably the most popular connection type for Local Area Networks (LANs). It was first developed by Xerox, and later refined by Digital, Intel and Xerox (see also "DIX"). In an Ethernet configuration, computers are connected by coaxial or twisted-pair cable where they contend for network access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) paradigm. Ethernet can transfer information at up to 10 Megabit-per-second (Mb/s).

A common method of networking, or connecting, computers together in a LAN (local area network) in order to share an Internet connection or files.

is the most widely-installed local area network (LAN) technology. Specified in the 802.3 standard from the IEEE, an Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special grades of twisted pair wires. Ethernet is also used in wireless LANs. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T and provides transmission speeds up to 10Mbps. Devices are connected to the cable and compete for access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) media access method. Fast Ethernet or 100BASE-T provides transmission speeds up to 100Mbps and is typically used for LAN backbone systems, supporting workstations with 10BASE-T network interface cards (NIC). Gigabit Ethernet provides an even higher level of backbone support at 1000Mbps (1Gbps or 1 billion bits per second). 10-Gigabit Ethernet provides speeds up to 10 billion bits per second.

A commonly used computer network for the movement of PostScript files from one computer to another.

A baseband local area network (LAN) specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks operate at 10 megabits per second using CSMA/CD to run over coaxial cable or shielded twisted pair wiring.

It is a LAN architecture using bus topology. The transmission speed is 10 MBit/s.

A specific LAN architecture, commonly used for connecting personal computers and workstations. It is defined in IEEE Standard 802.3. Originally Ethernet supported data transfer up to 10 Mbps. The newer extended version supports transfer up to 100 Mbps.

Hardware and software specification for the devices, cables, connectors and language used by computers to communicate in a network environment. Several varieties exist, including: 10BaseT, 100BaseT, ThinNet, ThickNet, Token Ring and others)

Ethernet is a standard for connecting computers into a local-area network (LAN). Ethernet is also called 10BaseT, which denotes a peak transmission speed of 10Mbps using copper twisted-pair cable.

A very widely used local-area network technology.

The most popular local area network (LAN) protocol. Ethernet is based on a CSMA/CD algorithm.

The most widely used local area network (LAN) access method, defined by the IEEE as the 802.3 standard.

A local area network used for connecting computers, printers, workstations, terminals, etc. within the same building. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and coaxial cable at speeds up to 10 Mbps. Ethernet specifies a CSMA/CD (carrier sense multiple access with collision detection). CSMA/CD is a technique of sharing a common medium (wire, coaxial cable) among several devices.

Ethernet is a 10 Mbps CSMA/CD standard originally developed by Xerox to run on thick coaxial cabling. It has evolved and now runs primarily on twisted pair cabling.

EtherNet is the dominant scheme for networking PC-level computers and related hardware. Initially developed by Xerox, Digital, and Intel, EtherNet initially let you transmit files and data at 10 megabits per second, or 10 million bps. The many competing versions of the newer Fast EtherNet, however, go ten times that speed. Most office networks use EtherNet, which is why they are usually faster than your dialup line at home.

A type of networking technology for local area networks. See also Fast Ethernet.

A Local area network (LAN) protocol which supports data transfer rates of 10Mbps and 100Mpbs. FTP Short for File Transfer Protocol, and is the most common way to send files over the internet.

A name for a local area network that follows IEEE Standard 802.3. Supported implementations are 10Baset and 100Baset.

A communication network used to connect computers.

A Local Area Network (LAN) protocol developed by Xerox and DEC (Digital Equipment Corporation) that allows data transfer rates of 10Mb; often called 10Base-T, 10Base-2 or 10Base-5.

Ethernet is the most widely-installed local area network (LAN) technology. Specified in a standard, IEEE 802.3, Ethernet was originally developed by Xerox and then developed further by Xerox, DEC, and Intel. An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special grades of twisted pair wires. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T and provide transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps. Devices are connected to the cable and compete for access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) protocol.

A popular networking blueprint, used at home or in the office. Most common network speeds include 10BASE-T, with transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps.

One of the first Local Area Network (LAN) technologies, which allowed data to be transferred up to 10Mbps.

is the most widely used form of local-area network (LAN). In the original form, signals are broadcast on coaxial cables, analogous to radio transmission through the mythical "ether." 10BaseT wiring is now preferred over coaxial cable in most environments.

An industry standard, high-speed data network protocol commonly used in a LAN environment.

Baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD and run over a variety of cable types at 10Mbit/s. Ethernet is similar to the IEEE 802.3 series of standards. Fast Ethernet is a variant running at 100Mbit/s.

Also called 10Base T, Ethernet is an international standard for wired networks. It can offer a bandwidth of about 10 Mbps and up to 100 Mbps.

A method of networking computers. Ethernet is the network of choice for just about any LAN application. See Also: Bandwidth , LAN

A restricted local area network in which computers can communicate much the same way they do over the internet.

A communication system that connects computers into a high-speed network. Often, the Ethernet is used for Local Area Networks (LANs) because it can network many types of computers and is not proprietary. To communicate in an Ethernet network, most Campbell Scientific dataloggers use an NL100 Interface. The CR1000 and CR3000 dataloggers may also use the NL115 Interface. Our CR9000X dataloggers have an onboard 10baseT/100baseT Ethernet connector, and therefore an interface is not required.

A very common method of connecting computers in a LAN. Just about any computer can be hooked up to a LAN by using ethernet cards. See Also: Bandwidth , LAN

The original form of the most popular type of network today that connects PCs together over shared cabling. It was called Ethernet in remembrance of the ether from which electromagnetic radiation was once thought to flow.

The most popular communication system for LANs.

The most widely used LAN technology, accounting for approximately 80 percent of all network connections. Standard Ethernet runs at 10 million bits per second (10 Mbps) and balances speed, price, ease of installation, and availability. The rules of Ethernet are defined by the IEEE 802.3 specification. The most popular form of Ethernet is 10BASE-T.

A common protocol used to networking computers.

A very common method for networking a group of computer in to a LAN (Local Area Network). Ethernet transfers about 10,000,000 bits-per-second or 10 mbps.

An Ethernet connection is a LAN (Local Area Network) that consists of computers connected by twisted-pair or coaxial cable. Transfers can be made on an Ethernet connection at up to 10 Mb/s.

Ethernet is the most widely-installed local area network (LAN) technology. Most new computers have this capability pre-installed or can be upgraded to take advantage of this connection method.

A high-speed local area network hardware device consisting of a cables and communication protocols. It is the primary communications circuitry used in many mainframe, PC, and UNIX networks.

A LAN standard, also known as IEE 802.3, that connects computers by means of coaxial cable or twisted paid conductors.

Ethernet cards are a commonly used method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernets were originally developed by the Xerox corporation. Ethernets transmit data over a coaxial cable connecting the computers. Ethernets can use a variety of communication protocols including TCP/IP to transmit and receive data.

A local area network used for connecting computers, printers, workstations, etc.  The Ethernet uses twisted wire or coaxial cable.  Ethernet connections can send data at speeds up to 10 Mbps.  See also Gigabit Ethernet.

a method for connecting computers to a network using coaxial cable

A physical medium for transmitting local area network (LAN) traffic at speeds up to 100 Mbps.

A method of connecting computers to enable fast data transfer rates, typically at about 10Mbps

One of the most common methods / standards for connecting computers together into a local area network. An ethernet can be wired, wireless (Wi-Fi), or a combination of both.

A 10-million bits per second networking design that is widely used for LANs because it can connect a wide variety of computers, is not proprietary, and uses components that are available from many sources.

The technology used by the vast majority of businesses to create the local area network (LAN) that interconnects workstations, servers, etc.

The most common method of networking computers in a local area network, since it can be used with any kind of computer. It also provides fast connections and (if the network has a direct connection to the internet), can provide fast and constant connections to the internet. Most University of California campuses now offer Ethernet connections to their students in the dorms for free - all they need is an Ethernet card in their computer

A common method of connecting computers in a LAN. Ethernet transfers data much faster than a dial-up connection--10 million bps

A type of networking technology connecting local area networks and computer systems.

A network protocol invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD and run over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps (megabits per second).

A LAN (Local Area Network) technology that operates over twisted-pair wiring or coaxial cable speeds up to 100 Mbps or higher.

local-area network (LAN) architecture developed by Xerox Corporation with DEC and Intel in 1976. The original version of Ethernet supports data transfer rates of 10 Mbps and it serves as the original specification for the IEEE 802.3 standard (the Ethernet standard), the most widely implemented LAN standard. Newer versions of Ethernet include 100Base-T (or Fast Ethernet), which supports data transfers up to 100 Mbps, and Gigabit Ethernet, which supports data transfers up to 1 gigabit (1,000 megabits) per second.

The most common network protocol in use. A protocol is a set of rules enabling data communications. Ethernet can operate over several different media including fiber optic, coaxial cable and twisted-pair cable.

a networking technology that links computers together.

A local area network used to connect computers, printers, workstations, and other devices within the same building. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and coaxial cable.

A very common method of networking used for high speed communication among computers.

refers to one of many different methods of transmitting data; name of the coaxial cable used to connect network communication devices and computers; designed by Xerox and characterized by 10 megabit/second baseband transmission over shielded coaxial cable

A common method of networking computers in a LAN (Local Area Network). An Ethernet can handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with almost any kind of computer.

Computers on the Internet that use the TCP/IP protocols are frequently connected to the Net over an Ethernet link. Ethernet supports communications at 10 mbps over several types of wiring. An Ethernet card connects an individual computer to a network.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. There are a number of adaptations to the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard, including adaptations with data rates of 10 Mbits/sec and 100 Mbits/sec over coaxial cable, twisted-pair cable and fiber-optic cable. The latest version of Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, has a data rate of 1 Gbit/sec.

A popular standard for linking computers in a network. Thin Ethernet networks use the same coaxial cable that is used to connect a TV to an aerial.

LAN protocol developed by Xerox Corporation in cooperation with DEC and Intel in 1976.

A method of networking computers, commonly used on a local area network. An Ethernet connection can typically deliver 10,000,000 bits per second (10 Mbps) and can be used with many types of computers. Resnet uses Ethernet.

The most common collection of local-area networking cable standards, originally developed by Xerox in the 1970's.

A networking method where the systems are connected to a single shared bus and all traffic is available to every machine. The data packets contain an identifier of the recipient, which is the only machine that should process that packet.

The standard method for connecting computers and equipment in a single location, i.e., a home or business. An Ethernet differs from the Internet because the Internet connects remotely located computers by telephone line, software protocol and some hardware, whereas the Ethernet connects computers, printers, workstations, servers, etc. within a building using hardware running from machine to machine. Ethernet is a "multipoint data communication system with collision detection". Not only does an Ethernet connect all the devices, but also allows the devices to communicate at the same time. For example, when two computers on a network try to send something at the same time, instead of having a data "collision," an Ethernet acts like a crossing guard, telling one message to wait a few seconds while the other goes first. The most common LAN provides data transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps (10Base-T). In recent years, Fast Ethernet (100Base-T) which supports data transfer rates of 100 Mbps is used at the backbone of the network and in some situations, all the way to the desktops.

The first non-proprietary local area network hardware and software that was developed during the late 1970s through a partnership of DEC, Intel, and Xerox. It featured a 10 Mbps CSMA/CD bus network on thick coaxial cabling. Ethernet has since been implemented on other physical media such as 10Base2 and 10BaseT. Ethernet is similar to a series of standards referred to as IEEE 802.3.

Describes a very popular LAN network protocol (set of rules). Ethernet describes the physical medium (coax cable), the transmission rate (10,000,000 BPS) and other requirements which allow computers from different vendors to share data over the same LAN.

An industry-standard physical medium for transmitting network signals between computers.

High speed computer interface used in a majority of Network systems today.

Ethernet is the most popular type of computer network, particularly the variant called 10baseT. As a result, many business PCs come equipped with an Ethernet connection built in, which allows the computer to connect directly to an Ethernet network through a plug in the back. Most Ethernet connections support both the common 10 megabit per second (Mbps) version, as well as the newer 100 Mbps variant. You can also choose to add Ethernet to any computer that is not so equipped; the cost of a third party Ethernet interface card is typically less than $50.

A 10-megabit baseband local area network using CSMA/CD (carrier sense multiple access with collision detection). The network allows multiple stations to access the medium at will without prior coordination, avoids contention by using carrier sense and deference, and resolves contention by using collision detection and transmission.

A LAN technology that uses CSMA/CD delivery and can run over different media (cabling).

A standard and probably the most popular connection type for Local Area Networks (LANs). In an Ethernet configuration, computers are connected by coaxial or twisted-pair cabling and can transfer information at up to 100 megabits-per-second.

A popular apparatus for enabling communications between two or more computers over a communications cable. Ethernet supports data transfer rates of 10 Mb/s. Fast Ethernet, a newer version, supports transfer rates of 100 Mb/s. Evolving 10 Gigabit Ethernet systems support transfer rates of 10,000 Mb/s. Faster systems are being developed.

A 10 million bit per second networking scheme originally developed by Xerox Corporation. Data is transmitted over coaxial cable and twisted-pair wires.

An IEEE networking standard, originally developed by Xerox, for transmitting data at 10 Mbps.

is one of the most commonly used network configuration. Network repeaters are used to extend trunk segments. Multiple access to the network is solved by CSMA/CD protocol, which senses when the network is free and detects collisions.

A common technology for connecting computers in a LAN. Ethernet is capable of transmitting data at 10 Mbps to 1000 Mbps.

A single shared network channel, with all nodes having equal access to the channel. Ethernet offers local and remote connections as one integral network.

An environment of communication using the CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection) contention/access method within a bus or star topology.

A local area network (LAN) used to connect computers, in contrast to a network used to connect computers in a larger area, a wide area network (WAN).

A networking technology that uses cables to connect devices.

A hardware standard used for networking. Current ethernet standards include 10baseT and 100baseT ethernet.

The most widely-used standard for local area networks (LANs).

the most widely installed LAN technology. An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special grades of twisted pair wires. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T and provide transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet or 100BASE-T provides transmission speeds up to 100 megabits per second and is typically used for LAN backbone systems, supporting workstations with 10BASE-T cards. Gigabit Ethernet provides an even higher level of backbone support at 1000 megabits per second (1 gigabit or 1 billion bits per second).

Term used to describe a baseband LAN specification originally designed by Xerox. IEEE 802.3 describes the current standards for this protocol.

The basis for most wired networks. Ethernet is the wired networking standard for TCP/IP networks. Pretty much all modern computers will have an Ethernet port built in for TCP/IP networking.

The most widely used type of LAN environment, with common operating speeds of 10Mbps and 100Mbps. Ethernet uses the Carrier Sense, Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) discipline.

networking solution developed by Xerox, now the standard 10-Mbps way for computers to talk to each other; used to require coax cable, but with 10BASE-T can use twisted-pair. Ethernet is a protocol, a language and set of conventions for sending data; in common usage it also designates the concept of "hard-wired" as opposed to modem-and-phone-line access.

The most popular form of local area network. Invented by Xerox Corp., it typically uses coaxial cable or other special grades of wiring that can provide high-speed communication to users on a network.

This is a method of file transfer that uses dedicated cables rather than dial up phone lines. Ethernets are usually set up attaching end users to a central system like an Intranet. It was invented by Xerox believe it or not.

A hardware, communication and cabling standard used to link computers, servers and printers. Ethernet can transmit files at the rate of 10 megabits per second (Mbps). Fast ethernet enables transmission rates of 100 Mbps.

A popular LAN technology first standardized by DEC, Intel, and Xerox (or DIX) and subsequently standardized by the IEEE through the 802.3 committee.

a standard for LAN communications, ethernet defines the hardware and communications standard for communications over coax, twisted-pair or fiber.

A commonly used system for connecting computers in a local area network.

A popular network technology that enables data to travel at 10 megabits per second. Campus microcomputers connected to SONNET have Ethernet cards installed that are attached to Ethernet cabling. An Ethernet connection is often referred to as a "direct connection" and is capable of providing data transmission speeds over 500 Kbps.

Ethernet is the most widely installed local area network technology. It was developed during the late 1970s through a partnership of DEC, Intel, and Xerox.

A local area network standard for hardware, communication and cabling.

A popular LAN technology invented by Xerox. Ethernet is a 10-Mbit/S CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection) bus. Computers on an Ethernet send data packets directly to one another. They listen for the network to become idle before transmitting, and retransmit in the event that multiple stations simultaneously attempt to send.

A protocol for local area networks ( LANs) running on coaxial or twisted pair wiring, at 1 or 10 Mbps. See also Fast Ethernet

Originally known as Alto Aloha Network, Ethernet is a widely used local-area network (LAN) protocol originally created by Xerox PARC in 1973 by Robert Metcalfe and others (U.S. Patent # 4,063,220). Ethernet is a fast and reliable network solution that is still widely used today.

A LAN used to connect devices within a single building or campus. Within the OSI (Open Systems Interconnect) model, Ethernet is defined at layer one (physical) and layer two (data link). Based on Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection (CSMA/CD), Ethernet works by simply checking the wire before sending data.

The most common and widely used network type, which is defined by the IEEE is the 802.3 standard. Ethernet is the network that connects all clients and units to each other.

a networking scheme originally developed by Xerox Corporation. It is commonly used to connect multiple machines in an office environment with data transfer rates of 10 million bits per second.

One of the oldest communication protocols for networking personal computers, and the most widely-used local area network (LAN) technology. Generally refers now to 10BASE-T systems, operating at 10 Mbps.

The most common network protocol in use.A protocol is a set of rules enabling data communications. Based originally on a bus topology.

A standard for LANs. All hosts are connected to a coaxial cable where they contend for network access using a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) paradigm.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernet will handle about 10,000,000 bps and can be used with almost any kind of computer. See also FDDI, LAN, network, token ring, WAN.

The most popular physical method of constructing physical networks. Most Ethernet networks use TCP/IP.

Ethernet is a local area network standard originally developed by Xerox. It is a bus network which runs on thick or thin coaxial cable and on twisted pair. Ethernet operates at 10 Mbps (megabits per second).

A LAN running on coaxial or twisted pair wiring, at 10 or 100 mbps. In Ethernet, all terminals are connected to a single common highway or bus.

A LAN network architecture originally developed by Xerox in 1976 and later standardized as IEEE 802.3. Designed to use a bus architecture and the CSMA-CD access method, and to transmit data at 10Mbps. Uses coaxial, twisted-pair, or fiber-optic cable.

A popular LAN technology that uses CSMA/CD (collision detection) to move packets between workstations and runs over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps. Also called 10BaseT.

A 10 megabits-per-second baseband, CSMA/CD network originally designed by the Xerox Corporation.

The most popular system used to connect a computer to a network, including most broadband internet connections. The computer needs to be fitted with a suitable expansion card, usually called an Ethernet card.

Baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Corporation. Ethernet networks use carrier sense multiple access/collision detect (CSMA/CD) and run over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps. Ethernet is similar to the IEEE 802.3 series of standards.

The most widely used local area network standard, Ethernet was originally developed at Xerox's Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) in 1973. It was the first practical method for linking PCs together to share files, printers and other devices. Frontline's Ethertest program is used to analyze Ethernet networks.

Baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD and run over a variety of cable types at 10 Mbps. Ethernet standards are defined by the IEEE 802.3 specification.

A local area network used for connecting computers, printers, workstations, terminals, servers, and so on, within the same building or campus. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and over coaxial cable at speeds up to 100 Mbps, with 1 Gbps speeds coming soon.

A local area network used for connecting computers, printers, workstations, terminals, servers, etc. within the same building or campus. Ethernet operates over twisted wire and coaxial cable at speeds up to 10 million bits per second (Mbps).

A popular local area network design, the product of Xerox Corp., characterized by 10 Mbps baseband transmission over a shielded coaxial cable and employing CSMA/CD as the access control mechanism; standardized by the IEEE as specification IEEE 802.3; referring to the Ethernet design or as a compatible with Ethernet.

This is the most widely-installed LAN technology. It is standardised as IEEE 802.3. An Ethernet LAN uses CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection) protocol (which was originally developed so as to manage radio based data communications - hence therefore the name Ethernet). It runs over a coaxial cable or what is known as twisted pair wires. The most common Ethernet systems that are installed are called 10BASE-T and they provide transmission speeds of up to 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet ( 100BASE-T10) provide transmission speeds of up to 100 Mbps and are typically used for LAN backbone systems or supporting workstations with 10BASE-T cards. A Gigabit Ethernet provides an even greater level of backbone support at 1 Gbps. One of the oldest LAN technologies that has been highly successful and is still popular. Originally developed by Xerox, Intel and DEC. It was first developed to run over coaxial cable however it can now run over twisted pair. Ethernet uses CSMA/CD and is closely related to the IEEE 802.3 standard by the fact that they share the same cable specification and also can communicate with each other. An Ethernet can run at up to 10Mbits/s.

is a common standard for networking computers, usually in a Local Area Network (LAN).

A widely used interface data processing scheme for managing data transfers on network. An ethernet board (card) must be put into the computer for network connections.

a cabling and signalling specification – currently the most widely used LAN (local area network) technology.

The standard for local communications networks developed jointly by Digital Equipment Corp., Xerox, and Intel. Ethernet baseband coaxial cable transmits data at speeds up to 10 megabits per second. Ethernet is used as the underlying transport vehicle by several upper-level protocols, including TCP/IP.

Ethernet is a widely used local-area network (LAN) protocol originally created by Xerox in 1976. Being the first network to provide Carrier Sense Multiple Access / Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) Ethernet is a fast and reliable network solution.

A network protocol that is able to send data at 10 Mbits/second. This is a very common method of networking computers in a local area network. The Ethernet protocol allows a host computer to exchange information with its users.

Ethernet is the most commonly used technology for connecting computers on a local area network. Ethernet cables include 10Base5, 10Base2, 10BaseT and 100BaseT, which is also known as "Fast Ethernet." Both Macintosh and PC computers can be connected using Ethernet technology. Source: TechSoup.org

A popular local area data communications network that accepts transmission from computers and terminals. An Ethernet operates on a 10/100 Mbps baseband transmission over shielded coaxial cable or over shielded, twisted-pair telephone wire.

A LAN used to connect devices within a single building or campus at speeds up to 10 Mbps.

Ethernet is the most commonly encountered Local Area Network (LAN) protocol. Ethernet originally supported data transfer rates of 10 Mbps, but newer versions, such as Fast Ethernet (100Base-T or 100 Mbps) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T or 1,000 Mbps or 1 Gbps) have increased the capacity of Ethernet in LANs. Ethernet applications have recently become available to residential and home-business users using Ethernet-ready gateways.

LAN protocol developed by DEC, Intel, and Xerox as an outgrowth of Harvard graduate student Bob Metcalfe's dissertation on packet networks. Computers using TCP/IP often connect to the Internet via ethernet LANs. Ethernet typically uses a bus (daisy chain) topology.

Ethernet is an engineering specification that details 1) physical cable characteristics and 2) how signals are transmitted on these cables. The majority of workstations on the UC Berkeley campus are connected via ethernet.

This term refers to the most common technology used to connect computers over a LAN (Local Area Network). Ethernet is popular because it can be used with almost any computer, because it can transfer around 10 million bits per second, and because its components are readily available.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernet will handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with almost any kind of computer. See Also: Bandwidth , LAN

a networking standard for computer communication. Ethernet is designed to run on twisted pair cable, coaxial cable, and RF at speeds up to 1000 megabits per second (Mbps). Ethernet is one of the most widely used local area network (LAN) standards.

It transports the information on a coaxial or even LAN by telephone to a 10 rate of from 1 to Mbps. F-f

Xerox standard networking protocol used in local area networks, often connecting dissimilar devices.

A 100 Mbps technology based on the 10BASE-T Ethernet CSMA/CD network access method to accommodate the operation of local area networks (LAN's).

One of the most common local area network (LAN) wiring schemes, Ethernet has a transmission rate of 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps.

Ethernet Networks are the standard for LANs (Local Area Networks).

the technology commonly used to network PCs (also referred to as 10BaseT or 100BaseT)

The world's most popular LAN protocol. Ranging from 10MBps (megabits per second) to 1000 MBps in speed, it's used in most networking applications.

A very common LAN standard to connect computers in a single location such as a building or college campus.

LAN specification created by the Xerox Corporation, and then improved by Xerox, Digital Equipment Corporation and Intel. Operates over cables at 10Mbps. See also Fast Ethernet, 10BaseT and 100BaseT

A local area network based on coaxial cable first described by Metcalfe & Boggs of Xerox PARC in 1976. Specified by DEC, INTEL & XEROX (DIX), IEEE 802.3. Data are broken into packets which are transmitted using the CSMA/CD algorithm until they arrive at the destination without colliding with any other. Bandwidth ~10 Mbit/s. Disk-Ethernet-Disk transfer rate with TCP/IP is typically 30 kilobytes per second. Thin Ethernet cabling is 5 mm in diameter and can connect workstations satisfactorily over about 300 meters. Thick Ethernet is 1 cm in diameter and has a useful range of about 1 km.

A standard for the physical wiring and signaling on a LAN.

Ethernet is the most widely installed local area network technology. An Ethernet LAN typically uses special grades of twisted pair wires. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are 10BASE-T and 100BASE-T10, which provide transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps respectively. Read more: IP networks

A family of LAN products covered by the IEEE 802.3 standard (Cisco Systems has more detailed info here)

The most widely used wired local area network. Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access (CSMA) to allow computers to share a network and operates at 10, 100, or 1000 megabits per second (Mbps), depending on the physical layer used.

a networking technology to connect computers over a local area network invented by Bob Metcalfe and David Boggs at Xerox PARC. Named after the invisible, massless substance that 19th century scientists believed filled the universe.

Local Area Network (LAN) protocol invented by Xerox Corporation. It is a broadcast protocol that uses CSMA/CD method and utilizes electrical cables. It can run at various speeds: 10Mbps, 100Mbps and even 1000Mbps. IEEE 802.3 standard describes Ethernet. Word Ethernet is also sometimes used to describe the implementation that runs at the speed of 10Mbps.

A type of LAN that is recognized as an industry standard.

A common method of networking computers in a LAN. 10mbit or 100mbit being the standard.

The most popular LAN technology in use today. The IEEE standard 802.3 defines the rules for configuring an Ethernet network. It is a 10 Mbps, CSMA/CD baseband network that runs over thin coax, thick coax, twisted pair or fiber optic cable.

A protocol for connecting computers over a Local Area Network (LAN)

The most common method of networking computers in a LAN (local area network). The Ethernet processes about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and is used with almost any kind of computer.

A network protocol that uses MAC addresses to exchange data between computers. Using ARP, with TCP/IP support, Ethernet devices can be connected to the Internet. An Ethernet LAN typically uses unshielded twisted pair (UTP) wires. Today's Ethernet systems provide transmission speeds of 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps. Ethernet is mostly based on the IEEE 802.3 standard.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. There is more than one type of Ethernet. By 2001 the standard type was 100-BaseT which handles up to about 100,000,000 bits-per-second, and can be used with almost any kind of computer machine.

The most common standard for network communication in LANs (Local Area Networks).

Ethernet is the most widely installed local area network technology. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T, providing transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps. Fast Ethernet LANs, 100BASE-T, provide transmission speeds up to 100 Mbps.

A local area network architecture.

A baseband network medium. Commonly used to connect a local area network.

At present, ethernet is the most commonly used LAN (local area network) technology.

A widespread standard for local area networks. There are versions for coaxial cable, twisted pair cable, fiber optic cable and wireless.

Ethernet is the most widely installed local area network (LAN) technology. An Ethernet LAN typically uses coaxial cable or special grades of twisted pair wire similar to phone lines. The most commonly installed Ethernet systems are called 10BASE-T and provide transmission speeds up to 10 Mbps (mega-bytes per-second). You can picture it as a localized Internet between computers in fairly close proximity. While living on campus, you will be connected by Ethernet.

The most popular LAN technology in use today. Ethernet sends its communications through radio frequency signals carried by coaxial cables, unshielded twisted pairs, or optical fibers. Ethernet uses a bus or star topology and supports data transfer rates of 10 Mbps. A newer version of Ethernet, called 100Base-T (or Fast Ethernet), supports data transfer rates of 100 Mbps. And the newest version, Gigabit Ethernet supports data rates of 1 gigabit (1,000 megabits) per second.

A data link level protocol comprising the OSI model's bottom two layers. It is a broadcast networking technology that can use several different physical media, including twisted pair cable and coaxial cable. TCP/IP is commonly used with Ethernet networks.

A network structure that carries data at 10 Mbits per second. Accommodates multiple users on one cable, but only processes one user at a time.

The protocol which governs the transmission of packets on a LAN.

Ethernet is the most common type of connection computers use in a local area network (LAN). An Ethernet port looks much like a regular phone jack, but it is slightly wider. This port can be used to connect your computer to another computer, a local network, or an external DSL or cable modem.

Access method for computer network (Local Area Networks) communications, defined by the IEEE as the 802.3 standard.

The simplest and most commonly used network for connecting small computers. An Ethernet connection can run at 10, 100, or 1000 megabits per second.

A LAN protocol that supports high-speed communications in the local area. Usually rates are at 10 or 100Mbps.

A LAN architecture that uses a bus or star topology, uses CSMA/CD when two computers are trying to gain access to the network at the same time, and is the most popular network architecture in use today.

Local network generally offering a throughput of 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps

The most popular LAN communication technology. Originally designed in the 1970s for coaxial cable, it is now most frequently used with Category 5 twisted-pair cable. All nodes or networked devices take turns sharing the technology. Because of this, various collision detection techniques are used, making the technology efficient for small networks. There are various types of Ethernet, including 10-Mbps (traditional Ethernet), 100-Mbps (Fast Ethernet), and 1,000-Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet).

A network standard for the hardware and data link levels. There are two types of Ethernet: Digital/Intel/Xerox (DIX) and IEEE 802.3.

A 10 Mb/s LAN, developed by Digital Equipment Corporation, Intel, and Xerox Corporation, upon which the IEEE 802.3 network is based.

A common method of networking computers on a LAN. An Ethernet will handle about 10 million bps and can be used with almost any kind of computer. Back to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) United States government agency that regulates the communications industry.

LAN standard uses IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD and 10 Mbps transfer. Physical standards include 10Base5 (thick Ethernet), 10base2 (thin or cheapernet on RG58C coax with BNC connectors), 10baseT (twisted pair, at 10 Mbps with RJ45 connectors similar to phone RJ11 connectors). Fast Ethernet (IEEE 802.3u is 100 Mbps, RJ45 connectors, on Category 5 twisted pair). Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE P802.3z 1000 Mbps).

A network connected either by twisted-pair cable or coaxial cable running at speeds up to 100 Mbps.

A popular local area network (LAN) system from which the IEEE 802.3 standard was developed. Uses a bus or star topology. Network nodes can be linked by coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable, or by twisted-pair wiring. The Ethernet standard provides for baseband transmission at 10 megabits per second (Mbps). Fiber Optic Cable - A transmission medium composed of glass or plastic fibers; pulses of light are emitted from a laser-type source. Fiber optic cabling is the present cabling of choice for all interexchange networks,and increasingly for the local exchange loops as well; it is high security, high bandwidth, and takes little conduit space. Considered the physical medium of all future, land-based communications.

A network link that can transmit approximately 10,000,000 bits per second.

theThe most widely used local area network ( LAN) access method; ethernet has become so popular that a specification for "LAN connection" or "network card" generally implies Ethernet without saying so. This term can be used to refer to the card installed in the computer as well as the RJ-45 cable used to connect the computer to the LAN wall-jack.

A high speed local area network that allows a large number of computers to communicate thru a single cable. See LAN (local area network).

A local area network standard originally developed by Xerox. Ethernet networks normally use twisted-pair cabling and coaxial cables of two types, thick or thin. The transmission scheme is baseband at a data rate of 10 Mbits-per-second.

A high-bandwidth local-area network primarily for personal computers; known by networking types as IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers).802.3 standard.

A means of connecting computers in a local area network with high-bandwidth coaxial or optical cable connections. Sometimes called 10baseT. This is most common network in your corporate office -- considered to be high bandwidth and capable of great e-learning experiences (rich video and audio, etc.).

A common way of networking PCs to create a LAN.

The most common type of network connection

Ethernet is a LAN in which the different nodes on the network are connected by a coaxial cable. The Ethernet standard is able to transmit data at a rate of 10 mbps.

A baseband local-area network developed by Xerox Corp. It has a bus topology with Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detection access control. An Ethernet network provides a raw 10 Mbps, with an effective throughput around 2-3 Mbps. Ethernet networks characteristics are defined in norm IEEE 802.3.

Local-area network (LAN) topology commonly operating at 10 Mbps over various physical media such as coaxial cable, shielded or unshielded twisted pair and fiber optics.

The most widely used LAN access method. Ethernet is normally a shared media LAN meaning all devices on the network segment share total bandwidth.

A type of LAN that allows the transmission of computer data, audio data and video data.

An inexpensive, widely used local area network developed by Xerox, DEC and Intel Corp. for data transmission between interconnected computers. Ideally, it transmits data at 10 million bits per second (about a megabyte per second). Ethernet can be used with nearly every type of computer on the market today.

A baseband LAN used for connecting computers and terminals within the same building.

A commonly used local area network ( LAN) technology.

Probably the most commonly used standard for local area network (LAN) architecture. It supports data transfer rates of up to 10 megabits per second, although newer systems, called Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, support transfer rates of 100 Mbps and 1 gigabit (1,000 megabits) per second, respectively.

A network access method developed by Digital Equipment Corporation, Intel, and Xerox in the early 1970's. Ethernet is the most widely used LAN technology.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernet refers to both the DIX version of this specification, or to the IEEE (802.3) version. The DIX version is distinguished by the reference "Ethernet V.2".

A commonplace LAN technology. The IEEE standard 802.3 defines the configuration of an Ethernet network.

Ethernet is a local area networking method used widely throughout the computer industry. It is one of the three communications interfaces supported by the Satellite IP Modem.

A protocol developed in the 1970's that supports LAN's (Local Area Networks). Ethernet is capable of 10 mbps data transmissions, and "fast ethernet" is capable of 100 mbps.

Refers to a LAN using CSMA/CD access and a shared bus. Traditional ethernet, 10-BaseT, operates at a theoretical maximum throughput of 10Mbps. Fast Ethernet, 100-BaseT, operates at a theoretical maximum of 100Mbps.

The most widely used technology standard for creating networks.

A very common method/architecture (widely used at JMU) of networking computers in a LAN.

Commercial networking standard for transmitting data between computers connected via cables and an ethernet hub. Each computer must have an ethernet card. 10BaseT means computers are connected with twisted wire cable (CAT5) with up to 10 million bps thruput.

The most widely installed Local Area Network (LAN) technology. Specified in a standard IEEE802.3.10/100 BASE-T, the most commonly installed Ethernet system, provides transmission speed up to 100 megabits per second.

Is a computer networking technology for local area networks (LANS) that requires wiring for connectivity. In order to connect to an ethernet network, a computer must be equipped with an ethernet network card.

A popular networking technology featuring 10Mbps transmission speeds, running over thin coaxial (10Base-2), thick coaxial (10Base-5), or twisted pair ( 10Base-T) cables. Ethernet will support TCP/IP, AppleTalk ( EtherTalk), Novell Netware, and other communication protocols.

The technology standard for wired local area networks. Speeds begin at 10 megabits per second in a 10BaseT network.

A baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks operate at 10Mbps using CSMA/CD to run over coaxial cable. Ethernet is similar to a series of standards produced by IEEE referred to as IEEE 802.3.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernet can handle 100 Mbps or more and can be used with virtually any computer.

The most common type of protocol used for LANs (local-area networks). Protocols are sets of standards that spell out the rules for how PCs communicate and exchange data.

The most widely-installed LAN technology. Ethernet typically uses coaxial cable or twisted pair wires, and can acheive transmission speeds of up to 10 Mbps ( 10BASE-T) or 100Mbps ( 100BASE-T).

The most common type of Local Area Network, the most common type of Ethernet network is 10Base-T, which can transfer 10 megabytes per second.

A local area network (LAN) used for connecting equipment within the same building or campus location.

A broad term describing the protocols and devices used in the most common form of networking in use today.

LAN cabling and basic protocol standard. Supported by most computer suppliers.

A very common method of networking computers in a LAN, MAN or WAN.

The most widely-used LAN access method (Token-Ring is the next most popular). Ethernet is normally a shared media LAN. All stations on the segment share the total bandwidth, which is either 10 Mbps (Ethernet), 100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) or 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet). With switched Ethernet, each sender and receiver pair have the full bandwidth.

A widespread networking scheme rated at 10 Mbs (megabits per second).

Type of local area network (LAN) in which computers communicate through radio frequency signals sent over co-axial cables.

The common method of networking computers in a LAN, or Local Area Network. An Ethernet connection will handle about 10,000,000 bits per second. See Also: Bandwidth, Bps, LAN

Connects a computer to a local area network.

Internatioanl standard that defines the wires-and-chips aspects of networking as well as the software aspects of how data is transmitted. It originated at the Xerox Palo Alto Research Laboratory over 25 years ago and predated the PC. Traditionally, Ethernet networks operate at 10 Mega-Bits per Second (10,000,000 Bits per second).

A local area network allowing several computers to transfer data over a communications cable.

A network protocol defining a specific implementation of the Physical and Data Link Layers in the OSI model (IEEE 802.3). Ethernet is a local area network, using a bus topology, that provides reliable high-speed communications (maximum of 10 million bits per second) in a limited geographic area (e.g., office complex, university complex).

A baseband local area network (LAN) that allows multiple stations to access the transmission medium at will without prior coordination, avoids contention by using carrier sense and deference, and resolves contention by using collision detection and delayed retransmission. Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD).

A local area network standardized as IEEE 802.3. Ethernet uses 10 Mbps transmission and the CSMA/CD access method.

A network connectivity standard. Up to 10Mbps theoretical transfer rate.

A standard for sending data packets across networks, focused on the electronic signaling issues.

The world's most widely deployed standard for Local Area Networking; it operates at 10, 100,1,000 and 10,000 Mbps.

The process over a local area network that uses a combination of hardware and software to transmit and receive information.

Ethernet is the most widely used local area networking technology. It is an industry-wide standard originally developed by Xerox and formalized in 1980 by DEC, Intel, and Xerox. Ethernet networks transmit data at 10/100 Mbps using a specified protocol.

The world's most popular networking system. Designed to run all popular network protocols, Ethernet is used on over 40 million computers worldwide. With a transfer speed of 10 million bits per second. Ethernet is the least expensive high speed LAN alternative.

Connection used to bring computer systems on line with the University main frame.

Method for avoiding packet collisions over the LAN.

A type of network.

the most common technology for connecting computers together in a network.

A baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corporation and developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Often referred to as a contention-based topology because workstations are in competition for channel bandwidth. For this reason, Ethernet uses a cable-sharing process called Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD). Ethernet has become a series of standards produced by IEEE referred to as IEEE 802.3.

networking: A set of rules (protocol) for exchanging information which can accommodate high speeds (10 megabits per second, about five times as fast as LocalTalk).

A 10-megabit/second local area network developed by Xerox and now widely adopted. Hosts are connected to a coaxial cable, and transmission conflicts are avoided by backing off and re-sending later. IEEE standard 802.3 defines the hardware and transport layers of the network.

A computer networking technology for local-area networks (LANs). Ethernet networking hardware is inexpensive, readily available, and well understood by many people. Virtually all businesses use Ethernet for networking their business computers. Because Ethernet is prevalent in the business world, industrial automation systems that run on Ethernet networks are becoming increasingly common. Opto 22's SNAP Ethernet I/O systems were the first to market. The Opto 22 SNAP PAC System is an easy-to-use Ethernet system that can be added to an existing network for data acquisition and/or control. It can also be installed as a separate control network built with standard, off-the-shelf Ethernet network components. The dual network interfaces on SNAP PAC controllers and SNAP PAC brains offer networking options, such as a control network segmented from a monitoring network, redundant networks, and daisy-chained I/O units.

A Local Area Network (LAN) running on coaxial or twisted pair wiring, at 1 or 10 Mbps.

Local area network (LAN) technology used for transporting information from one location to another, formalized in the IEEE standard 802.3. Ethernet uses either coaxial cable or twisted-pair cable. Transmission speeds for data transfer vary from the original 10 Mbps, to Fast Ethernet at 100 Mbps, to Gigabit Ethernet at 1000 Mbps.

Protocol for connecting individual computers to Local Area networks (LANs).

A network access method developed by Digital Equipment Corporation, Intel, and Xerox in the early 1970s, Ethernet is the most widely used local-area network technology available today. This standard is capable of linking up to 1024 nodes.

An IEEE 802.3 standard for contention networks. Ethernet uses a bus or star topology and relies on the form of access known as Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/DC) to regulate communication line traffic. Network nodes are linked by coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable, or by twisted-pair wiring. Data is transmitted in variable-length frames containing delivery and control information and up to 1,500 bytes of data. The Ethernet standard provides for baseband transmission at 10 megabits (10 million bits) per second.

a very common method of networking computers in a LAN (Local Area Network). There is more than one type of Ethernet.

A baseband LAN specification invented by Xerox Corp. and jointly developed by Xerox, Intel, and DEC. Ethernet networks operate at 10/100/1000Mbps by using CSMA/CD running over thick or thin coaxial, twisted-pair, or fiber-optic cable. Standards are being developed for 10Gbps Ethernet as well. Ethernet is defined in IEEE 802.3.

The industry standard for networking computers using co-axial cables. Multiple computers and peripheral devices such as printers are connected to a hub with a number of ports.

a protocol for fast communication and file transfer across a network.

Standard wired LAN protocol. Includes physical and link layers.

A network specification developed by DEC, Intel, and Xerox which provides 10 megabits per second transmission speeds (theoretically). Think of this as 1,000 times faster than a 9,600 baud modem. Most PCs can use Ethernet by adding an Ethernet expansion card. Next Column Continue ~ E-Mail Us: [email protected] Date Modified: Tuesday, July 03, 2001 Copyright© 1998 WebShed.Com

Ethernet is the currently most commonly used technology for local networks. There are three different Ethernet topologies: 10Base2, 10Base5 and 10BaseT ; the transfer rate of Ethernets is 10 Mbit/s.

One of the least expensive, most widely deployed networking standards, enabling the transmission of data at 10 million bits per second (Mbps), using a specified protocol. A more recent Ethernet standard, called 100BaseTx, enables data to be transmitted and received at 100 Mbps.

A type of networking technology for local area networks. High speed internet connections utilize this technology; DSL, Cable Internet, etc.

A network protocol and cabling scheme with a transfer rate of 10 megabits per second. An upgraded version, Fast Ethernet, has a transfer rate of 100 megabits per second. It uses a bus topology capable of connecting as many as 1,024 PCs and workstations within each main branch. Network nodes are connected by coaxial cable, fiber-optic cable or twisted pair wiring.

network topology that is able to send data at 10 Mbits/second. Workstations can exist on the same cable, but only one can communicate at a time. To get by these limitations, switched Ethernet and Fast Ethernet were invented, and were also combined. Nowadays, most networking devices you would purchase are switched fast Ethernet, as prices have dropped low enough to make it unnecessary to keep building older standards.

A cable that connects pieces of a local area network in a particular pattern. Developed by Xerox, it is sometimes called IEEE 802.3, which refers to the standard that defines it. A very common method of networking computers in a LAN. Ethernet will handle about 10,000,000 bits-per-second and can be used with almost any kind of computer.

network access system using the Carrier-Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) access method in which nodes may transmit a signal at any given time, and if two devices transmit at the same time both devices will wait a random period of time before attempting to resend.

A standard protocol ( IEEE 802.3) for a 10-Mb/s baseband local area network ( LAN) bus using carrier sense multiple access with collision detection ( CSMA/CD) as the access method. Ethernet is a standard for using various transmission media, such as coaxial cables, unshielded twisted pairs, and optical fibers.

A family of LAN concepts with a common base using CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect) as data flow control. Any station ready to transmit data listens to the network and only sends data if no traffic is detected. If a collision is detected, data will be retransmitted after a wait period. Today a star topology of the network with twisted-pair lines is most common.

A 10-Mb/s standard for LANs, initially developed by Xerox, andlater refined by Digital, Intel and Xerox (DIX). All hosts areconnected to a coaxial cable where they contend for network accessusing a Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection(CSMA/CD) paradigm. See also: 802.x, Local Area Network, tokenring. Ethernet meltdown

Networking. Network architecture originally developed by Digital, Intel and Xerox (DIX). Ethernet uses a bus topology where each device on the network is connected to a single cable. Ethernet was ratified by the IEEE as standard IEEE 802.3. Note that there is a minor difference between DIX Ethernet and 802.3 which means they are not compatible. Ethernet uses CSMA/CD as a media access method.

Ethernet is a large, diverse family of frame-based computer networking technologies for local area networks (LANs). The name comes from the physical concept of the ether. It defines a number of wiring and signaling standards for the physical layer, through means of network access at the (MAC)/Data Link Layer, and a common addressing format.