Thanks to trends like BYOD and the consumerization of IT, wireless is no longer just a perk for businesses -- it's an essential. And that's why, for networking vendors, getting a foothold in the ...

(1) Generically, any computer or device in a network that users can gain access to can be called an access point. (2) In most cases, an access point is a base station in a wireless LAN. Although there ...

When researching how to set up a Wi-Fi network, you're going to hear a lot of talk about routers and access points. While both help you connect to the internet, their roles in a network are ...

Are there really almost no name brand access points still being made and new models coming out (Wi-Fi 6e, 7, etc) that don't require a controller of some sort for full functionality? (And are ...

Point-to-multipoint bridging is a little more involved. With point-to-multipoint, one central access point at your main location serves as a connecting point for all other locations/floors. The ...

Netgear is aiming its latest WiFi 6 access points at small businesses. The new WAX610 and WAX610Y access points bring enterprise features at SMB prices. The market for WiFi 6 wireless equipment is ...

Wireless access points (WAPs) have become a crucial component of modern networking infrastructure in the age of ubiquitous connection. These units are essential for sustaining wireless communication ...