Ethernet
noun
Ether·net
ˈē-thər-ˌnet 
: a computer network architecture consisting of various specified local-area network protocols, devices, and connection methods
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Tech Specs: Interface: 1 x WAN Ethernet 2.5G port, 1 x LAN Ethernet 2.5G port, 1 x USB 3.0 port, 1 x Type-C Power port, 1 x Reset button, 1 x Toggle button.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The system also supports connections to modern peripherals through Wi-Fi or Ethernet modules.
—ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Folks with other devices that must plug in via Ethernet or several smart home devices should go for the three-pack with three routers.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 1 June 2025
There's gigabit Ethernet too, along with USB Type-A ports and analog/digital audio outputs.
—Paul Ridden
may 29, New Atlas, 29 May 2025
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The system also supports connections to modern peripherals through Wi-Fi or Ethernet modules.
—ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Folks with other devices that must plug in via Ethernet or several smart home devices should go for the three-pack with three routers.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 1 June 2025
There's gigabit Ethernet too, along with USB Type-A ports and analog/digital audio outputs.
—Paul Ridden
may 29, New Atlas, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for Ethernet
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“Ethernet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Ethernet. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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