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From: clements@BBNCCQ.ARPA (Bob Clements)
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Subject: Network Interface
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Date: Thu, 13-Feb-86 11:24:47 EST
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I would appreciate knowing what, if anything, is the difference
between a modular jack and a network interface, other than what's
written on it.  I seem to recall seeing ads for test gear that mentioned
the "electrical signature" of a network interface. Is that right, or
is my memory bad?

I'm not talking about the lightning arrestor at the building entrance.
Just the thing that looks like a RJ41 socket but says "Network Interface"
and has legalese written on it.  Is there anything in it besides the
socket?

Thanks,
/Rcc