While Routers and Modem serve different functions, most Internet Service Providers offer combo devices that function both as Modem and Router. Desktop, Laptops, Tablets, Printers, Phones and other devices connect to Router for Internet Combined Routers and Modems Router gets internet connection from the Modem and creates a Home or Local Wi-Fi NetworkĤ. Modem gets internet connection from the wall mounted Cable Port/Socketģ. Internet Service Provider (ISP) brings connection to the wall mounted Cable port/SocketĢ. Here is what a typical home network looks likeġ. Hence, Router needs to be connected to Modem, in order to create a WiFi Network that multiple devices in your home or Office can connect to. While a Modem can provide wired connection to a single device, it cannot provide wired and wireless connectivity to multiple devices. In comparison, Modern Routers can provide both wired and wireless Internet connectivity to multiple devices like laptops, tablets, printers, phones and other smart devices. Initial routers only had multiple Ethernet ports that allowed devices to connect to a Local Area Network (LAN). What is Router?Ī Router can be defined as a networking device that allows various devices to share a network connection.
The Wall Socket is connected to the telephone network of your service provider. Going by the nature of connection, Modems can be classified as Cable Modems and DSL Modems.Ĭable Modems make use of a Coaxial Cable Connection (similar to Cable TV) to connect to the Cable Port on the Wall of your home, which in-turn is connected to the cable network of your Internet Service Provider.Ī typical DSL Modems is connected to the telephone socket on the Wall of your home or office using a telephone cable and a connector known as RJ-11 jack.
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