Client roaming from a first access node to a second access node within a wireless network

A method of allowing a client to roam from a first access node to a second access node within a wireless network, the method comprising:

• the client roaming from the first wireless access node to a second wireless access node;
• the second wireless access node detecting the client seeking access to the system, the second wireless access node able to wirelessly connect to a back bone network;
• the second wireless access node obtaining client information, the client information comprising an IP address of the client, wherein the second wireless access node receives the client information from a second gateway;
• the second wireless access node providing the client a second communication path to and from a destination, the second communication path able to include wired and wireless communication links;
• and
• aiding in routing of information through the second communication path between the client and the destination based upon detection of the client.