The Router is a very important piece of equipment in a computer network. It is the device that enables multiple computers to share a single Internet connection.
In order for two or more PCs to be able to connect concurrently, they must use this type of device. A router works by getting packets from multiple sources and directing them to the correct destination address.
If a router does not have a specific route for a particular packet, it drops that packet.
Hardware Routers vs Wireless Routers:
A hardware router is typically a fixed device with Ethernet ports and which can be used in computer networks. It usually has one or more WAN (wide area network) ports to connect to an Internet Service Provider’s digital subscriber line (DSL), cable modem, or fiber modem; and one or more LAN (local area network) ports to connect other local devices together.
The LAN ports are most often numbered as 1, 2, 3, etc., but this may vary from device to device depending on the manufacturer and model. In contrast, a wireless router is a device that can transmit and receive wireless signals using antennas.
Routers come in all shapes and sizes, with features and functions that vary depending on the make and model. They may have one, two, or more antennas, support different Wi-Fi standards, including USB ports for connecting storage devices or printers, or have special security features such as firewalls.
This post was originally published on 23, December 2021, but according to new information stuff, this post is updated frequently.
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