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Exploring the Pivotal Role of Routers, Gateways, and Access Points in Today’s Digital World
Exploring the Pivotal Role of Routers, Gateways, and Access Points in Today’s Digital World
Devices on global networks serve various crucial functions and are produced by leading manufacturers worldwide. Here’s an extensive overview of the primary types of network devices, their purposes, and the top manufacturers in each category as of 2023:
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Routers: Routers manage traffic between networks by forwarding data packets to their intended IP addresses and enable multiple devices to use the same internet connection. The key players in the global router market include TP-LINK, D-Link, Tenda, NETGEAR, and ASUS. These top five manufacturers collectively hold a market share of over 40%.
Gateways: Gateways act as nodes that serve as a key stopping point for data on its way to or from other networks. Ericsson-owned Cradlepoint is the market leader in this segment, with significant annual revenues from IoT gateway sales. Following Cradlepoint, Sierra Wireless, part of Semtech since early 2023, holds the second-largest position. Other notable manufacturers in this category include Teltonika Networks, Cisco, Digi International, Hongdian, Peplink, InHand Networks, Four-Faith, and HMS Networks.
Access Points: Access points are devices that create a wireless local area network, or WLAN, usually in an office or large building. An access point connects to a wired router, switch, or hub via an Ethernet cable, and projects a Wi-Fi signal to a designated area. While specific leading manufacturers in this category aren’t mentioned, companies like Cisco Systems Inc., Huawei Technologies Co Ltd., and Juniper Networks Inc. are major players in the network devices market and likely have a significant presence in this segment as well.
The presence of these devices on global networks is pivotal for seamless digital communication and connectivity. They form the backbone of our internet and network infrastructure, enabling both individuals and businesses to connect and communicate across the globe.
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