For detail definition .. google it..
In your case you need 'Both'.. this can be two device (an access point AND a router) or single device (an access point WITH a router or vice versa)
Connect your cable modem AND your PC's AND your Access Point to the router (If you get the combo.. accesspoint/router... then just connect everything to the router)
What is the difference between an access point and a router. i have a home computer that has a cable modem. I recently received a laptop with built in WiFi. I want to access the internet wirelessly from my laptop and possible exchange files from my computers through some sort of network. Which product should i get to do this, an access point or a router?

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