The wireless access point provides a connection to the network or service
The unbelievably rapid advancement of computer technologies has brought humanity a multitude of devices, appliances, and gadgets. In fact, there are so many different types and categories of computer equipment that it can be very easy for regular consumers to get confused by the subtleties of each device or gadget. Show What is a Router? A router is a network device that serves two primary functions: (1) it connects multiple computers, phones, tablets, or other devices to form a managed local area network, and (2) it provides Internet access to all of the compatible devices that are connected to the router. What is an Access Point? An access point is a wireless network device that acts as a portal for devices to connect to a local area network. Access points are used for extending the wireless coverage of an existing network and for increasing the number of users that can connect to it. Other Functions. Other than providing a platform for various devices to communicate amongst each other, routers also have firewall and password protection functionality. This ensures that the connected wireless devices are protected against any threats that may arise from outside of the local area network. Main Differences. The router acts as a hub that sets up a local area network and manages all of the devices and communication in it. An access point, on the other hand, is a sub-device within the local area network that provides another location for devices to connect from and enables more devices to be on the network. Which is Better? The answer to the question which one is better? is that it depends on the needs. For homes and small business, routers may be the optimum (if not the best) solution, while medium to large enterprises and organizations will certainly require a network of access points and switches. Access Points in Action. A few years ago, LigoWave devices were deployed by Enter Srl., a leading professional software solutions company and Internet services provider in Italy, for the purpose of setting up Internet access using access points at Festival ICT–B2B. The annual event brings in more than 15,000 tech enthusiasts and professionals from Italy and abroad. After careful planning, LigoWave provided 30 Infinity 2N access points for deployment in strategic locations. The network of access points
covered an area of 2,400m² and provided Internet access to 1,800–2,400 concurrent users, averaging at 60–80 users and 50–70Mbps throughput per access point. Despite the challenges, the average CPU load was low (20–30%). What does a wireless access point provide?An access point is a wireless network device that acts as a portal for devices to connect to a local area network. Access points are used for extending the wireless coverage of an existing network and for increasing the number of users that can connect to it.
In which access point mode DO devices connect to a wireless network through a wireless access point?Access Point Mode ( Local Mode)
Access Point Mode or in other words Local Mode is the basic mode that is used to connect wireless clients like laptops, smartphones,tablets etc. In this modes, clients can communicate with Access Point.
How does a wireless client connect to an access point?The WPA supplicant process handles the 802.11 Authentication and Association of the client with a BSSID. The 802.11 Authentication and Association is then followed by the 4-way handshake, which establishes a secure and authenticated channel between the client and the access point.
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