Articles by tag "access point vs router"

1. What Is an Access Point? — Explained for Network Engineers and SMBs
   Selene Gong

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   A wireless access point (AP) is a network device that allows Wi-Fi-enabled devices—such as laptops, smartphones, and IoT equipment—to connect to a wired Ethernet network. Unlike consumer routers that bundle routing and wireless functions, a dedicated AP focuses solely on wireless ...