AP Last modified: Friday, January 16, 2004
Short for Access Point, a hardware device or a computer's software that acts as a communication hub for users of a wireless device to connect to a wired LAN. APs are important for providing heightened wireless security and for extending the physical range of service a wireless user has access to. Also see infrastructure mode and ad-hoc mode. Also see the Wireless LAN Standards chart in the Quick Reference section of Webopedia. Sponsored listings Accounts Payable Outsourcing - Cut Costs 25% to 50% Annually, Gain SAS70 Controls & Best Practices. A/P Professional Resources - Offers accounts payable resource for finance professionals. Features online evaluations and answers to AP strategies, technologies, and processes. Company Incorporation - Company incorporation, Tax advisory services, Fiduciary services, and Trustees for non-residents in Malta.
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