Ethernet 
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Ethernet definition
Ether·net (ē′t̸hər net′)
noun
a system for connecting and coordinating the components of a local area network
Etymology: ether (prob. sense ) + net(work)
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Ethernet Usage Examples
Converse of object
- use: D4 - How can I use ethernet on my Mac LC series computer?
Adjective modifier
- gigabit: Since the machine was released USB, FireWire and gigabit ethernet ( among others ) have been released.
Modifies a noun
- adapter: I bought a new ethernet adapter for my new PC, on the basis that my browser would load things faster.
Noun used with modifier
- gigabit: This product has revamped my gigabit ethernet 450 dual into a real beast.
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