In the Network Preferences pane in macOS, what does a green status dot indicate?

A green status dot in the Network Preferences pane of macOS indicates that the connection is active and functioning properly. This means the network interface is connected to the network and has full access to it. When the status is green, it typically indicates that there are no issues affecting connectivity, and the device is able to communicate with other devices on the network or the internet.

The other options do not correctly represent the status indicated by a green dot. For instance, a busy channel or restricted access would typically be represented by another color, signaling that there are connectivity issues, while a not connected status would show a different symbol altogether, indicating that the device is offline or unable to connect to the network. Therefore, the green dot is a clear and positive indication of a successful connection and operational status in the Network Preferences pane.