
Mikrotik is a Latvian company specializing in the development of networking hardware and software for advanced networking. Founded in 1996, Mikrotik is renowned for the quality and reliability of its solutions, which are used worldwide in both home and business environments. Its product range is distinguished by high flexibility, advanced features, and a competitive price compared to competitors.
Main products and solutions:
RouterOS:
- Proprietary Linux-based operating system used in Mikrotik devices.
- Offers advanced features such as routing, firewall, VPN, QoS, hotspot, load balancing and more.
- It can also be installed on general hardware, turning it into a powerful router.
RouterBOARD:
- Line of hardware designed for advanced networking, with RouterOS preinstalled.
- Includes routers, switches and access points, with different configurations to suit specific needs, from small office to large enterprise networks.
Switches:
- Devices for managing and routing network traffic.
- Support Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, VLANs, link aggregation and advanced traffic management.
Access Points (Wi-Fi):
- Wireless networking devices with updated standards such as Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax).
- Models such as the hAP, cAP and Audience series offer scalable solutions for homes, offices and public hotspots.
Antennas and devices for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless connections:
- Products for long-distance wireless, such as the LHG, SXT, and mANT line.
- Used for connections in remote areas or for wireless infrastructure between buildings.
CCR (Cloud Core Router):
- High-end routers designed to handle very high network loads.
- Used by Internet service providers (ISPs) and in large enterprises.
LTE devices:
- Solutions such as wAP LTE and LtAP for mobile connections, combining routers and LTE modules for Internet access in unwired areas.
Mikrotik SwitchOS (SwOS):
- Lightweight operating system for dedicated switches, optimized for configuration and management of Layer 2 networks.
Key features:
- Competitive price: Offers value for money compared to many competitors.
- Flexibility: Comprehensive configurability and customization options via GUI or CLI.
- Reliability: Designed to operate stably even under heavy use.
- Active community: Extensive online support network, detailed documentation, and a global community of users and developers.
Mikrotik is especially valued by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) for their scalable and low-cost solutions, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) for flexible and manageable network configurations, Advanced Home Users: for high-performance and customizable home networks.