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ALSO CALLED: Network Cards, PC LAN Adapters, NICs, NIC Card, Network Adapters, Interface Cards, PC Cards, NIC
DEFINITION: A network interface card (NIC) is a computer circuit board or card that is installed in a computer so that it can be connected to a network. Personal computers and workstations on a local area network (LAN) typically contain a network interface card specifically designed for the LAN transmission technology, such as Ethernet or token ring. Network interface cards provide a dedicated, full-time connection  … 
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Beyond the PCI ‘Check list’ – A Path to Achieve Higher Levels of IT Security and Compliance
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WEBCAST: PCI DSS is an opportunity for security professionals to leverage compliance initiatives to improve security and risk management. The webcast illustrates how organizations must go beyond 'checklist' compliance to improve security and IT efficiency - through automation, prioritization, and focused attention on the most critical issues.
Posted: 24 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 24 Sep 2009


The OSI Model: Understanding the Seven Layers of Computer Networks
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Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008


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Posted: 17 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 17 Sep 2009

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NETWORK INTERFACE CARDS DEFINITION (continued): … A network interface card (NIC) is a computer circuit board or card that is installed in a computer so that it can be connected to a network. Personal computers and workstations on a local area network (LAN) typically contain a network interface card specifically designed for the LAN transmission technology, such as Ethernet or token ring. Network interface cards provide a dedicated, full-time connection to a network. Most home and portable computers connect to the Internet through as-needed dial-up connection. The modem provides the connection interface to the Internet service provider.
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