Definition

Noun: A physical cable used to connect devices in a wired computer network, specifically one that conforms to the Ethernet family of networking standards. It is the medium through which data is transmitted between devices like computers, routers, and switches.

Usage

An Ethernet cable is used to establish a physical, wired connection for a local area network (LAN). It is commonly plugged into an Ethernet port on a device.

Examples

• Please connect your computer to the router using an Ethernet cable for a more stable internet connection.
• The technician ran a new Ethernet cable through the wall to the office.
• My Ethernet cable is damaged, so my network keeps dropping.

Advanced Usage

• "To run an Ethernet cable": To install or route the cable from one point to another, often through walls or ceilings.
  • We need to run an Ethernet cable from the server room to the new workstation.
• "Over Ethernet": Describes a connection or data transfer method using this cable standard.
  • The security cameras stream video over Ethernet.

Variants and Related Words

• Network cable: A more general term that can include Ethernet cables and other types of data cables.
• LAN cable: Another common term for an Ethernet cable, emphasizing its use in a Local Area Network.
• Patch cable: A short Ethernet cable used to connect a device to a network port in a wall or patch panel.
• Coaxial cable: A type of cable with a central conductor, used for some early Ethernet standards and for cable television. (Note: Modern Ethernet cables are typically twisted pair, not coaxial.)

Synonyms

• Network cord
• LAN wire
• Data cable (in a networking context)

Related Phrases

• Ethernet port: The socket on a device where the cable is plugged in.
• Ethernet connection: The state or quality of being connected via this cable.

Noun

1. any of several types of coaxial cable used in ethernets