There are many different ways a network can be set up. Four common examples appear below.
Note:
The printers in the following diagrams represent printers with internal print servers built into them so that
they can communicate over a network.
Wireless network examples
Scenario 1: Mixed wired and wireless connections on a network with Internet access
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All computers and printers connect to the network through a router with Ethernet and wireless capabilities.
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Some computers and printers connect wirelessly to the router; others connect over a wired connection.
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The network is connected to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem.
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Scenario 2: Wireless network with Internet access
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All computers and printers connect to the network using a wireless access point or wireless router.
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The wireless access point connects the network to the Internet through a DSL or cable modem.
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