What is an access point?

In networking, a wireless access point is hardware that transmits and receives data wirelessly.

The access point usually connects to a router, provides connections between users and serves as a point of interconnection between the local wireless network and a fixed network.

Name of Technology:

Access point

Open Source or Proprietary:

Proprietary

Main technology category:

Computer networking

Patent:

Yes

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