OCR GCSE Computer Science · J277
Paper 1
Revise: LAN HardwareA network interface controller/card (NIC) is hardware in a device that enables it to connect to a network. It allows the device to send and receive data.
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GCSE Computer Science · key term
Hardware in a device that enables it to connect to a network and send and receive data, using a wired or wireless connection.
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Paper 1
Revise: LAN HardwareA network interface controller/card (NIC) is hardware in a device that enables it to connect to a network. It allows the device to send and receive data.
A wireless device still needs a NIC. The NIC is in the device; the wireless access point provides its connection to the LAN.
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