router
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹaʊtɝ// router
n. a small box that connects your computers and phones to the internet. It sends information from the internet cable to your devices using Wi-Fi or wires.
n. a networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks. It typically connects a local area network to the internet and manages traffic between connected devices.
I need to restart the router because the internet is slow.
The technician placed the router in the center of the house to ensure every room had a strong Wi-Fi signal.
While most home users rely on a single wireless router, large office buildings require a mesh network of multiple access points to maintain a stable connection across several floors.
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