Gateway Vs Router?
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A gateway is a network point that acts as an entryway into another network. On the Internet, a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host (end-point) node. The most common type of gateway is a router, which is a device that connects two or more networks together. A router is used to route incoming and outgoing data packets between computers and networks. A gateway, on the other hand, is the point through which all the data passes before being routed to its destination. A gateway can also be used to convert data from one protocol to another.
In comparison, a router is a device that forwards data packets between computer networks. Routers use headers and forwarding tables to determine the best path for forwarding the data packets, and they use protocols such as IP (Internet Protocol) to communicate with each other and configure the best route between any two hosts. Routers are often included as part of a network switch or as a stand-alone device.