Network Interface Card (NIC) Overview

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What is the primary function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

To establish a wireless connection with devices
To enhance the processing power of the computer
To provide storage for network data
To facilitate a physical connection between the networking cable and the computer's internal bus (correct)

Which of the following statements is true regarding the bit varieties of NICs?

32-bit NICs can transfer data slower than 8-bit NICs
NICs only come in a single fixed bit variety
16-bit NICs are obsolete and not used anymore
The data transfer speed of NICs increases with the number of bits (correct)

How does the bit size of a NIC affect its performance?

Bit size has no impact on the NIC's performance
Higher bit sizes allow for faster data transfer to the network cable (correct)
Larger bits make the NIC physically larger and more complicated
Smaller bit sizes result in lower power consumption

Which type of NIC would likely offer the fastest data transfer rate?

32-bit NIC (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the internal bus of a computer connect to via the NIC?

The networking cable (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the bit size of a NIC and its data transfer speed?

A higher bit size increases the NIC's potential data transfer speed. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of NIC would likely be the best choice for high-performance networking?

32 bit NIC, offering the highest data transfer rate. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of data transfer, what can be inferred about an 8 bit NIC compared to a 32 bit NIC?

The 32 bit NIC can transfer data faster than the 8 bit NIC. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the physical role of a NIC in a computer network?

Provides a physical connection between the network cable and the computer's internal bus. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential limitation of using a 16 bit NIC compared to a 32 bit NIC?

Reduced speed in data transfer. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Network Interface Card (NIC)

A hardware component that allows a computer to connect to a network. It acts as a bridge between the computer's internal components and the network cable.

NIC bit size (8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit)

The speed at which data can be transferred between the NIC and the network cable is determined by the number of bits that can be transferred at once. Higher bit numbers mean faster transfers.

Bit

The data is transferred in units of bits. Each bit represents a single piece of information.

Byte

8 bits grouped together are called a byte. A byte can represent a single character, like a letter or a number.