Introduction

Ethernet is a family of computer networking technologies for local area networks (LANs). Ethernet was commercially introduced in 1980 and standardized in 1985 as IEEE 802.3. Ethernet has largely replaced competing wired LAN technologies.

Notes

1. An OpenPort allows you to connect to the UB network using publicly accessible network jacks and your Ethernet cabling. Find OpenPort locations and learn how to use OpenPorts.

References

1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethernet
2. http://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/service-guides/getting-connected/access-to-t...