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network interface card

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A computer hardware component designed to allow computers to communicate over a computer network.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer-hardware, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, networking, physical-sciences, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: LAN adapter, network adapter, network interface controller, NIC

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: verkkosovitin — computer hardware component
  • Finnish: verkkokortti — computer hardware component
  • German: Netzwerkkarte — computer hardware component
  • Polish: karta sieciowa — computer hardware component