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It isn't, it is the same thing.
The term 'Gateway' is used to depict the device that allows you to connect to devices outside of your network, as in you walk through a gate into the outside world. Fancy mumbo-jumbo really, just another word for the same device.
Routers connect different networks, they route traffic between them. You can call them whatever you want, still the same device and the same function.
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What is gatway in networking?
A gateway, or router, connects different networks.A gateway, or router, connects different networks.A gateway, or router, connects different networks.A gateway, or router, connects different networks.
What is the difference between the router and gateway?
The main difference between a router and a gateway is in their functionality in a network. A router will be connected to two different networks and will transmit packets between them. As for the gateway, it will link different networks using varied protocols.
What device is typically used as the default gateway for a PC?
the router interface closest to the computer
Does router act as a gateway?
yes
What tcp ip configuration specifies the address of a router?
The "default gateway" is your router.
Which of the folowing devices can act as a gateway?
router
What was the fastest router in 2010 and who made it?
The fastest router in 2010 was made by gateway. The gateway router allowed users to use the Internet at a very high and also a very reliable speed and connection.
How do you set up UpNP?
Turn on the feature, if available on your computer's OS and your network router/gateway/firewall. :) Google (search) "UpNP" along with your OS and then again with your router/gateway.
Which Device is used to connect dissimilar networks?
The purpose of a router is to connect dissimilar networks.
What is the command for a default route on a router?
ip default gateway
Can you connect a residential gateway to a wireless router for internet access?
Yes you can. To create a wireless home network, youâ??ll need both a router and a modem, or a gateway that functions as both
What is meant by gateway?
Default Gateway is a node (a router) on a computer network that serves as an access point to another network.
