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c186282 wrote:

> an 'extender' is a bit different from
>    an 'access point' (and cheaper). The extender
>    binds to the access point/router. Connected
>    devices may, as needed, connect to the main
>    point or the address of the extender and still
>    get net access.

No extenders are in use, but I was indicating that other technologies 
are involved, which don't depend on each other (though have somewhat of 
a mutual dependence on power).