Wireless bridge devices are used to connect two distinct networks in order to permit them to share resources and internet access. They are especially useful when linking two physically separated networks when placing a wire between them is difficult. In a typical configuration one uses two wireless bridge devices: one linked to each network and setup to generate a bridge between itself and the other.
Normally, a single wireless bridge has lots of modes - wireless bridge being only one of them. These modes are often wireless router, wireless repeater or wireless bridge. There are, on the other hand, a modest number of great products available that are dedicated bridges. These tend to be extremely easy to set up (compared to a device with many modes that may require more in-depth set-up work).
Does your home or office have multiple isolated wired networks (on separate floors perhaps)? You might solve your problem with a wireless repeater. These devices are often used when a few computers or other devices with no wireless capabilities need to be linked up to an existing wifi network some distance away. In a case like that, all the wired computers or other devices are connected to a wireless bridge, which is then set to connect wirelessly to the primary router.
The next level in high-speed wireless communication is Wireless-N. This technology has the range and capacity to support the high bandwidth usage of game consoles and streaming high-definition video. Some wireless-ready devices are not Wireless-N compatible, however; in particular older computers or wireless cards will need a bridge compatible with the older B and G bands. It's a good idea, then to obtain backwards-compatible bridge devices to avoid problems (most are, but just in case).
When using a wireless bridge, knowing the length needed for the bridge is important. If the distance in question is fairly small (in a situation where, for example, the wireless signal already reaches the area in question but there are non-wirelessly capable devices) this wouldn't matter much, but in the case of more demanding distances a higher-quality bridge with a high maximum reach is required. The best measure for this is likely to be reading user reviews to find out what other people have managed to do with the bridge in question.
And last, it's best to get a bridge with straightforward set-up procedures if you can. Sometimes the write-up in the box can be severely lacking, and if you're not too technical minded you might run into trouble. Once more, this is a case where reviews by other users are a helpful place to look; additionally, sometimes looking for help on the internet will lead to a useful detailed outline to set up your wireless bridge if you're having difficulties.
Normally, a single wireless bridge has lots of modes - wireless bridge being only one of them. These modes are often wireless router, wireless repeater or wireless bridge. There are, on the other hand, a modest number of great products available that are dedicated bridges. These tend to be extremely easy to set up (compared to a device with many modes that may require more in-depth set-up work).
Does your home or office have multiple isolated wired networks (on separate floors perhaps)? You might solve your problem with a wireless repeater. These devices are often used when a few computers or other devices with no wireless capabilities need to be linked up to an existing wifi network some distance away. In a case like that, all the wired computers or other devices are connected to a wireless bridge, which is then set to connect wirelessly to the primary router.
The next level in high-speed wireless communication is Wireless-N. This technology has the range and capacity to support the high bandwidth usage of game consoles and streaming high-definition video. Some wireless-ready devices are not Wireless-N compatible, however; in particular older computers or wireless cards will need a bridge compatible with the older B and G bands. It's a good idea, then to obtain backwards-compatible bridge devices to avoid problems (most are, but just in case).
When using a wireless bridge, knowing the length needed for the bridge is important. If the distance in question is fairly small (in a situation where, for example, the wireless signal already reaches the area in question but there are non-wirelessly capable devices) this wouldn't matter much, but in the case of more demanding distances a higher-quality bridge with a high maximum reach is required. The best measure for this is likely to be reading user reviews to find out what other people have managed to do with the bridge in question.
And last, it's best to get a bridge with straightforward set-up procedures if you can. Sometimes the write-up in the box can be severely lacking, and if you're not too technical minded you might run into trouble. Once more, this is a case where reviews by other users are a helpful place to look; additionally, sometimes looking for help on the internet will lead to a useful detailed outline to set up your wireless bridge if you're having difficulties.
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