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Mesh access points are a type of lightweight AP used in specific outdoor or difficult-to-wire scenarios, but 'lightweight' is the broader category that fits all criteria.

Autonomous access points are self-contained and perform all MAC layer functions locally, requiring individual configuration and not supporting 'zero-touch' deployment via a WLC.

Lightweight access points rely on a Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) for centralized management and configuration ('zero-touch'), offloading significant MAC layer processing (split-MAC architecture) to the WLC, leaving the AP to handle only real-time MAC functions like beaconing and frame transmission/reception.

Cloud-based access points are managed by a cloud platform, not necessarily a local WLC, and while they can offer zero-touch deployment, the 'split-MAC' processing with a WLC is a key differentiator here.