Saturday, January 20, 2007

What is a router?

A router is a network device that delivers Internet Protocol (IP) data packets to and from multiple computers or devices on a network. You may already have a router attached your DSL or Cable modem and your computer. A router allows you to connect more than one device to your Internet connection at the same time. It acts as a junction between two or more networks to transfer data packets among them.

Your router must:

  • Be DSL/Cable Modem web-safe
  • Provide NAT (Network Address Translation)
  • Provide DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Most routers support these requirements.


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