A quick guide to managing a network switch versus a network router from PC Periodicals columnist George Cox.

Here’s the Difference Between a Modem and a Router Modems and routers are important to home internet, but aren't the same thing.

Most wireless routers today are a combination of multiple features in one box: a router, a wireless access point, a basic firewall, and a small Ethernet switch.

Wireless Router creates a network so that devices can connect to it. Wireless Access Point creates an access point that other devices can use to connect.

These two devices help power your home internet connection. It helps to know how they function. Here are the details.

Both a modem and a router are essential when it comes to a wireless internet connection in your home. Learn their uses and how they differ.

The difference is that a modem takes whatever data you need and sends it to the internet, whereas a router allows the devices in your home to wirelessly connect to the internet from the modem.