Access Point

What is Access Point?

An Access Point (AP) is a networking device that provides a wireless connection for devices to connect to a wired network. It acts as a bridge between the wired and wireless networks, allowing devices to communicate with each other and access resources on the network.

Access points are commonly used in homes, businesses, and public spaces such as airports, hotels, and coffee shops to provide wireless access to users. They can be standalone devices or integrated into routers or switches. Access points typically have one or more antennas that transmit and receive wireless signals, and they support different Wi-Fi standards such as 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax. They also have different security features such as WPA2, WPA3, and guest access. Access points are typically connected to a wired network through an Ethernet cable and require power to operate. They can be configured using a web interface or mobile app to set up different features such as network name (SSID), security settings, and guest access. In summary, access points are essential networking devices that allow wireless devices to connect to a wired network and access resources such as the internet and printers. They are commonly used in homes and businesses to provide wireless connectivity to users.