What is a wireless bridge?
A wireless bridge is a hardware component used to connect two or more network segments. You can use a wireless bridge to transparently connect computer(s) in one room to computer(s) in a different room when you could not, or did not want to run an Ethernet cable between the rooms.
Wireless bridge devices work in pairs (point-to-point), one on each side of the "bridge". However, there can be many simultaneous "bridges" using one central device (point to multipoint).
Many wireless routers and wireless access points offer either a "bridge" mode or a "repeater" mode, both of which perform a similar function. Wireless routers, access points, and bridges are available that utilize each of the commonly used wireless frequencies. The frequency bands for these wireless standards can be used license-free in most countries.
During bridge setup, the wireless devices used for the bridge must be set to the same service set identifier (SSID) and radio channel.
Wireless bridge devices work in pairs (point-to-point), one on each side of the "bridge". However, there can be many simultaneous "bridges" using one central device (point to multipoint).
Many wireless routers and wireless access points offer either a "bridge" mode or a "repeater" mode, both of which perform a similar function. Wireless routers, access points, and bridges are available that utilize each of the commonly used wireless frequencies. The frequency bands for these wireless standards can be used license-free in most countries.
During bridge setup, the wireless devices used for the bridge must be set to the same service set identifier (SSID) and radio channel.