How Does a Wireless Router Work?
I’ll try to keep this quick article as basic as possible a wireless router is a very simple piece of equipment that is used for connecting to networks so you can either get Internet access through the WAN or access the LAN to maybe connect to file servers or printers.
Most people would use a wifi network at home but you will also find these available in offices where you’ll also find the standard Ethernet networking equipment with the added feature of having a wireless network to give coverage in areas where it may be more convenient for connecting without having to worry about cables.
A wireless router is a simple box that’s used in your home to connect directly to your DSL line. There are many different types available on the market from brands like Netgear and Linksys and also D-Link to name but a few. Some of these will have standard Cat-5 Ethernet ports as will allow you to directly connect with a cable, however going wireless is convenient so you can access the Internet or transfer files from any room in your home.
The WiFi works on the 802.11b or 802.11g frequencies with the 11g being faster for transferring data. This basically transmits a signal, which is then picked up by your computer if it has a wi-fi card and a built-in antenna. Most of the time you do not need to configure anything the routers should be set up to work on DHCP and automatically issue you with an IP address which will then allow you access the Web or file servers which ever. You require
If you have a laptop this will most likely allow you get connected to your broadband WiFi connection as most of these nowadays comes with built-in cards. Your access point will have a number of security features built-in the last thing you want is somebody trying to access your hotspot from their computer. You will need to check the manual so that you can enable the security features using encryption or MAC addresses which will give you as a security to your device.
It can be a little overwhelming at times but most of us are using Windows desktop computers to access these types of networks so it’s actually quite easy to use and to not be overwhelmed by any articles or reviews that you read. Wireless networks are very simple in what they do and the router is just a means of bringing the broadband connection into your home and then transmitting signal to allow you to access this over the air. It’s really just more convenient than having to plug into a wired connection. Sometimes people find the signals from these can be quite weak and this can beat you to interference from various objects in the way. A simple relocation of the router may be required or possibly a stronger antenna.
If you do encounter any problems there are many websites available that will be able to point you in the right direction but your particular issue. Just remember that security is also a key feature and that you need to set up your username and password. Check the manual and make sure you have this setup and configure it in the best possible way to ensure that you are not running an open network that will simply allow any one to access.
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