A somewhat generic term that we use to differentiate between an access point and a more-capable device that can share an Internet connection, serve DHCP, and bridge between wired and wireless networks. You may also see the term "wireless router," or " base station."
a cable modem and wireless router built into one device
a completely free-standing device plugged into the phone line and resides between your network and the internet, therefore using the hardware firewall to maximum effect
a computer networking device that routes packets from a wireless lan to another network,
an access point that provides additional capabilities such as NAT routing, DHCP, firewalls, security, etc
an essential part of a home or small business wireless network when connecting to the Internet through broadband technologies such as DSL or cable
a wireless Access Point that provides a central connection between a wireless network and other networks, including the Internet
A wireless base station that allows sharing of a single Internet connection. See wireless gateway.