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Ethernet

//ˈiθəɹˌnɛt// name, noun

Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A set of network cabling and network access (CSMA/CD) protocol standards for bus topology computer networks invented by Xerox but now controlled by the 802.3 subcommittee of the IEEE.
Noun
  1. 1
    A computer network that complies with this set of standards.
  2. 2
    Alternative letter-case form of Ethernet. alt-of
  3. 3
    a type of network technology for local area networks; coaxial cable carries radio frequency signals between computers at a rate of 10 megabits per second wordnet

Etymology

Etymology 1

Originally a trademark of Xerox, apparently composed of ether + net (“network”).

Etymology 2

Originally a trademark of Xerox, apparently composed of ether + net (“network”).

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