Wireless Bridge

A wireless bridge is a networking device that connects two or more Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) or Wireless Personal Area Networks (WPANs). It is used to extend the range of a wireless network or to create a connection between two networks that are not within range of each other. Wireless bridges can be used to connect devices such as computers, printers, and other network devices.

Wireless bridges work by repeating the radio signals from one network to another. This allows devices on one network to communicate with devices on the other network, even if they are not within range of each other. Wireless bridges can be used to extend the range of a wireless network by placing them in between the access point and the devices that need to be connected. This can be useful for extending the range of a wireless network to cover a large area, such as a warehouse or a school.

Wireless bridges can also be used to create a connection between two networks that are not within range of each other. This can be useful for connecting two networks in different buildings or for connecting a network to a remote location. Wireless bridges can be used to create a point-to-point connection between two devices or a point-to-multipoint connection between multiple devices.

There are two main types of wireless bridges: hardware bridges and software bridges. Hardware bridges are standalone devices that are used to connect two networks. Software bridges are software programs that are installed on computers or other devices. Software bridges use the computer's or device's Wi-Fi adapter to connect to the network.

Wireless bridges are a versatile and cost-effective way to extend the range of a wireless network or to create a connection between two networks that are not within range of each other. They are easy to set up and can be used to connect a variety of devices.

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Definition of: wireless bridge (1) See Wi-Fi bridge. (2) A device that connects two LAN segments together via infrared or microwave transmission. A wireless bridge is often used to span buildings and provides a more economical method than laying cable or leasing a private line.read more >>