Quick answer: A small business network needs a capable router/gateway, a PoE switch and one or more business Wi‑Fi access points — Ubiquiti UniFi and MikroTik are popular, reliable choices in South Africa.
The core components
- Router/gateway — firewall, VPN and traffic management
- PoE switch — powers APs and cameras over one cable
- Wi‑Fi access points — business APs beat consumer routers for coverage
Recommended by need
| Need | Suggested platform |
|---|---|
| Simple, app-managed network | Ubiquiti UniFi |
| Advanced routing / ISP-style | MikroTik RouterOS |
| Budget-friendly basics | TP‑Link Omada |
Plan for growth
Choose a switch with spare ports and uplink capacity so you can add cameras, APs and staff without re-buying. Shop UniFi networking · Request a network quote
