Wireless Access Point Questions & Answers

Wireless access points can be used at homes to expand WiFi coverage, at offices to provide connectivity for multiple devices, at public spaces like airports, cafes, and malls for customer access, and at schools for wireless internet in classrooms.

The range of a wireless access point varies depending on where it is located. For indoors, the range is usually up to 150-300 feet, depending on walls and interference. For outdoors the range can reach up to 1000 feet with line of sight.

To set up a wireless access point, follow the steps given below:

• Connect the Access Point into your router or network switch using an Ethernet cable
• Turn on the access point
• Log in to the device via its IP address
• Set up SSID, password, and security protocols
• Make sure that the device is broadcasting and accessible.

Yes, servers can connect via wireless access points if they have WiFi capabilities or use a WiFi adapter. However, for better performance and reliability, wired connections are preferred.

To add another wireless access point to your home network, follow the steps given below:

• Purchase a Compatible Access Point and make sure that it works with your existing setup
• Use an Ethernet cable to connect it to the router or switch
• Configure it with the same SSID and password for seamless roaming
• Position it to extend coverage without interference

The main functions of wireless access points include connecting devices, extending coverage, enhancing speed and supporting multiple users.

 Port forwarding is a technique that allows you to direct inbound traffic from the internet to a specific device on your private network. Think of it like building a bridge between the outside world and a specific room in your house. Your router acts as a bouncer, checking incoming requests, and port forwarding tells it which room (device) to send specific visitors (data packets) to.

This is useful for applications like gaming, hosting servers, or using remote desktop access, where your device needs to be reachable from outside your network.