> Is there a difference between an "access point" and a "router"?

        Yes, an access point acts purely as an "ethernet bridge", it doesn't care
about IPs or ports. It is used when you simply want to add wireless devices
to an existing ethernet network. A router IS an Access Point but it adds
routing capabilities, such as connecting an existing ethernet network to a
DSL or cable modem. Generally if you already have a hardware router getting
a router+ap is a waste, however if you wish to share your high speed
connection with your network and you currently use software solutions it
might be worth the extra cost. Personally I prefer to keep my devices
seperate, while it costs a little more there is an element of redundancy,
ie. if my AP goes down my router is unaffected. TTYL

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