Cable box vs modem vs router how to#
If this article has inspired you to update your Wi-Fi here is a quick tutorial on how to replace your ISP router and one on where to place your Wi-Fi access point.
It will make a world of difference to your Wi-Fi connection and is a small change. Having separate boxes means you can place each one correctly. To give you the best Wi-Fi connection the Wi-Fi access point needs to be installed in the centre of your room/building. Router This standalone device physically connects to your modem using a cable. You cannot access the internet without it, as it translates your provider’s signals into data your devices can use. Chances are your modem is installed in the corner of a room next to your phone socket. Modem Your internet connection plugs into this standalone device. The right place to install your modem isn’t the right place to install an access point. This box is multitasking and it’s not doing one thing very well. It’s the networking equivalent of Wash n Go shampoo. There’s no such thing as an all in one solution:Ī lot of ISPs will give you a modem/router/access point all in one box. Why it’s important to know the difference If you didn’t have a wireless access point either separate or built into your modem or router you would only be able to connect to the internet via an ethernet cable. It generates the Wi-Fi signal your device attaches to - allowing you connect wireless to the internet. Wireless Access Point - Attaches to a router or modem. It also lets the devices talk to each other (so you can transfer files in your house or whatever). Router - a box that connects to the modem and allows multiple devices to use that internet connection at the same time. It is the part that allows the transfer of data over the phone line. It normally has at least an ethernet connection, sometimes a USB as well. Modem - the box that actually connects to the phone line or whatever physical line you have. This Stack Exchange user gives a really good explanation: Knowing the difference between a router, a modem and an access point will help you find that sweet spot. Where you place your Wi-Fi hardware can make a big difference to the quality and coverage of your Wi-Fi network.
What’s the Difference Between A Modem, A Router and an Access Point
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