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full-duplex Ethernet

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An extension to 10Base-T Ethernet implemented in a switched environment that has a dedicated line between the station and switch. It is built into the network adapter (NIC) and switch, providing bi-directional transmission that boosts bandwidth from 10 to 20 Mbps.

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