Explaining the roles of WAN and LAN ports on your router
WAN and LAN ports on networking gear look identical but serve different purposes. The WAN port connects to the internet via your ISP, while LAN ports connect local devices for communication. Plugging a device into the wrong port can prevent internet access.
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