14.9.4 How Does Ethernet Actually Work?
Describes the evolution of Ethernet from early shared-media LANs to today's high-speed switched networks. Explains Ethernet frames, MAC addressing, switching, and why Ethernet became the dominant wired networking technology.
- What Is Ethernet?
- How Did Ethernet Begin?
- What Is CSMA/CD?
- Why Did Ethernet Change?
- What Is an Ethernet Frame?
- What Is a MAC Address?
- How Does an Ethernet Switch Work?
- Why Is Modern Ethernet Full-Duplex?
- How Fast Is Ethernet?
- What Transmission Media Does Ethernet Use?
- Why Has Ethernet Been So Successful?
- Will Ethernet Continue to Evolve?
- What Should You Remember?