The Legend of the NE2000: Why This 1980s Network Card Conquered the World

The Legend of the Novell NE2000 [video]

In this video, The Serial Port explores the story of the Novell NE2000, one of the most iconic network interface cards in computing history. The video covers early Ethernet controllers, National Semiconductor's role, Novell's rise, and the NE2000's design and compatibility that made it ubiquitous. It also discusses the card's lasting legacy and why it became a legend in networking.