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Because it shares the key attributes of a computer. We just don't think about many things as "computers" because they aren't like traditional Personal Computers (PCs) or similar general purpose machines. The attributes a router shares with a computer depend on your viewpoint.
From a Networking point of view:
Computer networks don't really care that much about the function of the devices connected to it, that's not their job. A router has a MAC address and has (or is assigned, from another router) an IP address, just like the computers on the network. For all intents an purposes, it is just another computer.
From a Hardware point of view:
A router contains a processor and runs an operating system (firmware). It is programmable (usually). Input/Output (I/O) can be performed. These are the main attributes of what we call a "computer". A router is a computer, just one with a limited intended purpose.
From a layperson point of view:
You can't play solitaire or minesweeper on it. It is not a computer.
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How do I fix my router and computer after an electrical surge?
Assuming they haven't be fried by a surge, reboot both devices.
Implementing Distance-vector routing protocol?
First you must decide what specific protocol you want to use. Then you configure it on the individual routers. Example, with Cisco routers: Router(config)#router rip Router(config-router)#network 10.0.0.0. Router(config-router)#exit Additional commands may be required for optimization. Note: I use RIP for illustration purposes, but it is usually not the best option for routing.First you must decide what specific protocol you want to use. Then you configure it on the individual routers. Example, with Cisco routers: Router(config)#router rip Router(config-router)#network 10.0.0.0. Router(config-router)#exit Additional commands may be required for optimization. Note: I use RIP for illustration purposes, but it is usually not the best option for routing.First you must decide what specific protocol you want to use. Then you configure it on the individual routers. Example, with Cisco routers: Router(config)#router rip Router(config-router)#network 10.0.0.0. Router(config-router)#exit Additional commands may be required for optimization. Note: I use RIP for illustration purposes, but it is usually not the best option for routing.First you must decide what specific protocol you want to use. Then you configure it on the individual routers. Example, with Cisco routers: Router(config)#router rip Router(config-router)#network 10.0.0.0. Router(config-router)#exit Additional commands may be required for optimization. Note: I use RIP for illustration purposes, but it is usually not the best option for routing.
Which three statement are true regarding the encapsulation an de-encapsulation of packets when traveling through a router?
** The router modifies the TTL field, decrementing it by one.** The router maintains the same source and destination IP.** The router changes the source physical address to the physical address of the exit interface
How do you forward ports on routers and when and why?
To forward ports on your router just login to your router's on-line interface. Port Fowarding is used when a program (lets use FileFind [not a real program]) requests a port the router doesn't understand. Lets say that FileFind requests port 130 on your router, but your router doesn't have a port 130. It does, however, have a 128. The port forwarding tells the request to port 130 to be routed through port 128.
What invention starts with a r?
One example is a router.
Why does my computer keep detecting my router then says a local connection area is unplugged?
This will often come up because the Router you are talking about would be a wireless router. The computer is sensing that an ethernet cable is not plugged in from the router to your computer. This will often come up because the Router you are talking about would be a wireless router. The computer is sensing that an ethernet cable is not plugged in from the router to your computer.
Is the brain of the computer a router or a modem?
It is a router.
Is a router a PC?
No. A router is a special kind of computer. "PC" means "personal computer"; this is another kind of computer.No. A router is a special kind of computer. "PC" means "personal computer"; this is another kind of computer.No. A router is a special kind of computer. "PC" means "personal computer"; this is another kind of computer.No. A router is a special kind of computer. "PC" means "personal computer"; this is another kind of computer.
How do you get your WiFi password off the computer?
It is different for every router and computer. It should be in the router software that you set up the router with. JUST JOKING!
What does wireless router setup consist of?
For a wireless router setup a computer with a wireless network adapter is needed. The wireless router is connected to a modem using a ethernet cable. The wireless router should also be connected to a computer. After this the computer should recognize the router and guide you through the rest.
Can you shut down a computer that is yousing your router?
Yes....the router won't mind a bit, neither will the computer.
For a wireless router to work does the computer with ist have to be on is the other computer to get the wireless signal from that computer?
If you do have a wireless router on, you don't need any other computer to be on, say if you have a laptop downstairs, and a computer with the router upstairs, the computer can be off, but the router has to stay on, and you can access the internet using the laptop from downstairs, if you have a good enough signal. Hope this helps!
Where can I get a Wii router?
A "wii router" is any router you can buy from most computer stores or online.
Do you need a main computer to share internet connection on a router?
No, a main computer is not necessary as the router can be plugged into a socket.
Why is my router giving internet to my brother's computer and my parents computer but not to my Ipod PS3 and sometimes my computer?
You might have entered the password on your iPod, PS3, and computer and then the password for the router changed. Or, your router only allows a couple of devices to connect at once.
The process of how you connect to the Internet from your computer?
Computer-Router-Internet with a phone Internet like Talk-It, it's Computer and Phone-DNS-Router-Internet
Yes, this will connect a computer to a second port on your modem/router?
Yes, this will connect a computer to a second port on your modem/router
