Samsung NP680Z5EX01US manual Wireless Network Optional, What is an Access Point AP?

Wireless Network (Optional)

A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network environment that enables communication between multiple computers at home or a small-size office through wireless LAN devices.

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Using the computer

•• The screen figures and terms may differ depending on the model.

•• Depending on the program version, some functions may not be provided or different functions may be provided.

•• The descriptions below are for computer models with a Wireless LAN card or device. A Wireless LAN device is optional.

The pictures in this manual may differ from the actual product depending on your wireless LAN device model.

What is an Access Point (AP)?

An AP is a network device that bridges wired and wireless LANs, and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired network. You can connect multiple wireless LAN installed computers to an AP.