What’s the difference between a router and a wireless access point?
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A router is a generic term for a device that directs network traffic between networks. A home router has an internal network with physical and wireless connections on one side, and an ISP network on the other side. It then routes messages between the networks.
A wireless access point converts a physical connection to a wireless connection. Some home wireless access points can have router like features which can muddy the waters a little.
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