COMPUTER NETWORKING

WIRELESS NETWORKS AND MOBILE IP

WIRELESS LANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the access point (AP) in a wireless LAN?
A
device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network
B
wireless devices itself
C
both device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network and wireless devices itself
D
all the nodes in the network
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An access point (AP) is a term used for a network device that bridges wired and wireless networks. Consumer APs are often called a “wireless routers” because they typically also serve as both internet routers and firewalls.

Detailed explanation-2: -Wireless LAN controllers (WLCs) use Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) to communicate with lightweight APs (LAPs), as shown in Figure 22-9.

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