What's the most accurate definition of a Network Interface Card $($NIC$)?$

Question $14$Select one:

a$.$

A NIC comprises of the hardware and software components that connects the RJ$-15$ cable to the RJ$-45$

b$.$

A NIC controls the flow of information from the IP to the TCP$,$ over hardware and software.

c$.$

A NIC is a computer hardware component that connects a computer to a network.

d$.$

A NIC moves information directly from the computer to computers on the internet.