A web-based installation is a type of installation that uses a web browser to access and configure the settings of a device, such as a wireless router. A web-based installation typically requires the user to enter the IP address of the device in the browser's address bar, and then log in with a default username and password. The user can then modify the settings of the device according to their preferences and needs. A web-based installation is different from other types of installations, such as plug-and-play, driver-based, and server-based, which do not use a web browser to configure the device. Reference: How to Set Up a Wireless Router: A Step-By-Step Guide, step 3; CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Certification Guide, page 98.