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When homeowners begin looking for better Wi-Fi, one of the first questions they ask is, “How many access points does my home need?” It sounds like a question that should have a simple answer based on square footage. In reality, the correct number depends on much more than the size of your home.
Your floor plan, building materials, number of connected devices, outdoor coverage needs, and access-point locations all affect wireless performance. Two homes with identical square footage can require completely different network designs.
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What Is a Wi-Fi Access Point?
A wireless access point is a device that provides Wi-Fi coverage in a particular area of your home. In a professionally installed system, access points are normally connected to the home’s wired network rather than simply repeating an already weak wireless signal.
