ACCESS POINT

 What is access point?

Based to the HPE Glossary (2025) “A wireless access point is a networking device that provides wireless local area network (WLAN) connectivity to Wi-Fi devices such as laptops, cellular phones, and IoT devices using radio technology rather than wired network cabling.” (HPE Glossary, 2025)

I understand it as a device that allows other devices, like my cell phone, computer, or even smart home devices, to connect to the internet wirelessly. Instead of relying on a physical connection, it uses radio signals to create a Wi-Fi network in a specific area. For me, it's a key tool for expanding internet coverage, especially in large or wall-hungry spaces where the main router's signal doesn't reach as strongly.