Definitions of Key Terms

After your first reading of the chapter, try to define these key terms, but do not be concerned about getting them all correct at that time. Chapter 23, “Final Review,” directs you in how to use these terms for late-stage preparation for the exam.

Ethernet

IEEE

wired LAN

Ethernet frame

10BASE-T

100BASE-T

1000BASE-T

Fast Ethernet

Gigabit Ethernet

Ethernet link

RJ-45

Ethernet port

network interface card (NIC)

straight-through cable

crossover cable

Ethernet address

MAC address

unicast address

broadcast address

Frame Check Sequence

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