A user reports that their computer intermittently loses its network connection. After performing an initial assessment, you notice that the Ethernet cable is severely crimped in multiple locations. What is the most likely cause of the connectivity issue?
Defective network interface card (NIC) on the computer
Physical damage to the Ethernet cable
Incorrect network configuration settings on the computer
Physical damage to an Ethernet cable, such as severe crimping, can impede the cable's ability to maintain a stable connection due to interference and signal degradation. Issues such as a defective NIC or outdated drivers may cause network connectivity problems, but based on the noted physical cable condition, damage to the Ethernet cable is the immediate concern and most probable cause.
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