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  identifying a network interface card
How do I know if I have a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

Look at the back of your PC.   If you see FIGURE 1 then have a Network Interface Card (NIC).   If you see only FIGURE 2 then you only have a modem and will need to go buy a Network Interface Card (NIC).   If you see both then you have a NIC card.


FIGURE 1
CORRECT
NIC card

FIGURE 2
INCORRECT
Modem