For example, consideratypicalhomenetworkwith fourcomputersconnectedto a wirelessaccesspoint (WAP) orrouter with an outboundconnectionthrough acableorDSLmodem.
Setting up a wireless network in the home requires at least two components: a wireless hub, which connects to the modem (DSL or cable) or server PC, and a client device such as a PC insert card, which connects to the hub.