COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK DEVICES
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Question
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Which network component connects a device to transmission media and allows the device to send and receive messages?
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Peripheral
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Protocol
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Network interface card
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Server
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The network interface card (NIC) allows a device to send and receive messages over the transmission media. What device sends signals from a computer onto a network? A transceiver (short for transmitter/receiver) sends signals to and receives signals from the network.
Detailed explanation-2: -A transceiver is responsible for converting digital data into digital signals to be sent on the medium.
Detailed explanation-3: -Cable internet uses coax cable to provide your home with internet. The copper-based cable is piped into your house from the cable service provider. Your router or cable modem connects to a coax or ethernet outlet to receive the signal.
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