Lancom AirLancer MC-54, Manual

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1.3.2 Infrastructure network
A base station (access point) is needed for connection to an existing network.
The base station forms the control center for data exchange within the
WLAN. The base station additionally can offer - depending on its product type
- access to a cable-based LAN, as well as to the Internet.
Infrastructure-
network
A Wireless LAN with one or more base stations is generally called a
peer-to-LAN-network. In Wireless LAN terminology this network topology is
referred to as an infrastructure-network. Depending on its product type, LAN-
COM Wireless base stations contain integrated routers for the connection
with ISDN or DSL. Via the integrated routing function the linked stations get
thus access to Internet and ISDN. Simultaneously, the router’s integrated
Firewall ensures an optimal security of the network.
Internet
DSL/cable modem
Firewall