A wireless access point is a device that allows computers to access a wired network using radio waves.
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A wireless access point (WAP) is designed to enable wireless devices to connect to a wired network using radio waves. This means that instead of requiring a physical connection (like an Ethernet cable), devices can connect to the network wirelessly. Show more…
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