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February 12th, 2005 15:00

Tbiznuz,

You want a router.  It will connect to your DSL modem and provide an interface for all your PCs to the internet.  802.11b and 802.11g are the two current popular wireless protocols.  802.11b (nominally 11Mbps) is slower than 802.11g (nominally 54Mbps) but unless you plan on moving lots of data between local PCs, speed is not an issue since either protocol is faster than DSL speed (no more than 3.0 Mbps).  You can save a little money going with 802.11b.

If you already have a wireless laptop, you won't need an adapter card.  One should be built in to the PC.  If not, get a router and adapter card from the same manufacturer.

Wireless routers from Linksys, D-Link, Belkin and Netgear are all good.  Lately D-Link wireless routers can be obtained for less than US$30 at places like Best Buy, Circuit City, OfficeMax.  Stay away from the TrueMobile product line.

Message Edited by _Paladin on 02-12-2005 11:13 AM

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February 13th, 2005 23:00

Thank you. I purchased a Linksys router and card. With a only a few difficulties, I was able to install the hardware and am up and running. I must admit that I had to phone for help but the technical advisor was wonderful and the rest is history. Thanks again for the advice.
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