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2.2 How the Extender Works
The Extender works like a bridge between a wireless router and a computer or wireless device
outside the wireless router’s range. To do this, the Extender has two main jobs:
1. The Extender connects to a wireless network that is up and running. When the Extender
connects wirelessly to a network, it acts as a network client. This is similar to how a computer
connects to a network.
2. The Extender acts as an access point for computers.
In its role as an access point, the Extender performs tasks that wireless routers do, such as
broadcasting its network name (SSID).
Range Extender in a home
