A network interface card, network adapter, network interface controller (NIC), or LAN adapter is a computer hardware component designed to allow computers to communicate over a computer network. It provides physical access to a networking medium and provides a low-level addressing system through the use of MAC addresses. It allows users to connect to each other either by using cables. words 'controller' and 'card' are used interchangeably when talking about networking because the most common NIC is the network interface card.
Now most PCs come complete with a network card and RJ port is on the back of casing as in the picture at right.
Any how if there no LAN card with the computer a LAN card need be installed. An USB LAN card is very easy to install just like a pen-drive, plug-n-play.
To install LAN card on main board first the casing was opened and an available PCI slot was located within the computer. Then the card was pushed into the slot until it snaps and holds place. Once the card is in the slot, place a screw into the top of the card to hold the card into position.
windows xp, vista, 7 and other recent linux versions and MAC Operating Systems can recognize LAN card automatically.
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