Ethernetized
Ethernetized is a term that describes the process of integrating or equipping a device, system, or network with Ethernet capabilities. This typically involves making a device capable of communicating over an Ethernet network, which is a widely used standard for wired local area networks (LANs). When something is Ethernetized, it means it has been adapted to use Ethernet interfaces, such as Ethernet ports (RJ45 connectors), and is configured to adhere to Ethernet protocols for data transmission.
This can apply to a wide range of technologies. For instance, older devices that originally used different