Examples of communications devices are routers, wireless access points, and modems.
The unbelievably rapid advancement of computer technologies has brought humanity a multitude of devices, appliances, and gadgets. In fact, there are so many different types and categories of computer equipment that it can be very easy for regular consumers to get confused by the subtleties of each device or gadget. Show What is a Router? A router is a network device that serves two primary functions: (1) it connects multiple computers, phones, tablets, or other devices to form a managed local area network, and (2) it provides Internet access to all of the compatible devices that are connected to the router. What is an Access Point? An access point is a wireless network device that acts as a portal for devices to connect to a local area network. Access points are used for extending the wireless coverage of an existing network and for increasing the number of users that can connect to it. Other Functions. Other than providing a platform for various devices to communicate amongst each other, routers also have firewall and password protection functionality. This ensures that the connected wireless devices are protected against any threats that may arise from outside of the local area network. Main Differences. 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, on the other hand, 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. Which is Better? The answer to the question which one is better? is that it depends on the needs. For homes and small business, routers may be the optimum (if not the best) solution, while medium to large enterprises and organizations will certainly require a network of access points and switches. Access Points in Action. A few years ago, LigoWave devices were deployed by Enter Srl., a leading professional software solutions company and Internet services provider in Italy, for the purpose of setting up Internet access using access points at Festival ICT–B2B. The annual event brings in more than 15,000 tech enthusiasts and professionals from Italy and abroad. After careful planning, LigoWave provided 30 Infinity 2N access points for deployment in strategic locations. The network of access points
covered an area of 2,400m² and provided Internet access to 1,800–2,400 concurrent users, averaging at 60–80 users and 50–70Mbps throughput per access point. Despite the challenges, the average CPU load was low (20–30%). Are routers wireless access points and modems communication devices?Examples of communication devices are routers, wireless access points, and modems.
What are communication devices in information technology?A communications device is any type of hardware capable of transmitting data, instructions, and information between a sending device and a receiving device. One type of communications device that connects a communications channel to a sending or receiving device such as a com- puter is a modem.
Which of the following are communication devices for computers?Network interface cards (NICs) and modems are devices that allow your computer to communicate with other computers and therefore are communications devices.
How devices communicate?The communication of IoT devices can be unidirectional (send data) or bidirectional (send and receive data). If it is a remote communication then the data has to be transferred via a gateway. The network protocol used can be Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Satellite, or directly connecting to the internet via ethernet port.
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