Wireless Access Points in Dallas-Fort Worth

Functions of a Range Extender, Wi-Fi Router, & Wireless Access Point

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 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.

Wireless routers can function as access points, but not all access points can work as routers. While routers manage local area networks by communicating with outside network systems to establish a point of connectivity and ensure security, access points only provide access to the router’s established network.

A range extender repeats the wireless signal from your router to expand its reach by creating a second network, while an access point relies on a hardwired connection to your network rather than simply repeating the existing network.