| Network cards are mandatory additions to PC | | | | recognize the Ethernet adapter as part of the |
| purchases now that even the smallest offices | | | | complete system and "supported" configuration. |
| now have broadband Internet access and | | | | And, once again, the Ethernet adapter likely will be |
| peer-to-peer networking. | | | | covered under any standard on-site system |
| Even if the cost of later purchasing Ethernet | | | | warranty agreement. |
| adapters a la carte were the same as the bundled | | | | Note About Ethernet Adaptors |
| prices, your clients still should get Ethernet | | | | In many cases, Ethernet adapters are being built |
| adapters with their PC purchases. | | | | into the PC motherboards on desktop PCs and |
| The Benefits of Adding Network Cards to PC | | | | notebooks. Thus, there is no explicit option to |
| Purchases | | | | include or exclude the Ethernet adapter. It just |
| When you add Ethernet adaptors to PC | | | | appears on the PC motherboard like a serial or |
| purchases, you and your clients won't need to | | | | parallel port. |
| worry about compatibility between them and | | | | The only downside is that, if the Ethernet adapter |
| other hardware components in the PCs and their | | | | breaks, the PC manufacturer will need to replace |
| chosen operating system. All device driver | | | | the entire motherboard. If this happens after the |
| installation and configuration hassles are already | | | | warranty period has ended, you usually can disable |
| taken care of for you. | | | | the onboard Ethernet adapter and install a |
| You and your clients will also have an easier time | | | | third-party Ethernet adapter in an available PCI or |
| getting help from the PC vendor's technical | | | | PCMCIA expansion slot. |
| support department. The PC vendor should | | | | |