Just need to add wireless access to existing wired set-up. Best option?

I have a Mentor (who? !) ADSL Modem Router with 1 USB port (connected
to desktop PC) and 1 Ethernet port (free). I've also now got a laptop
with built-in 802.11b (maybe 11g soon) mini-PCI card which I'd like to
be able to use internet access and share files, resources etc with the
desktop computer (when it's on).

Would it be best to just get a wireless access point (802.11g) and
connect to the Ethernet socket in the router; or add a wireless router
(more secure ?) to manage the wireless access; or replace the whole
lot with a wireless ADSL modem router?

Many thanks,
Chris


chris r

I would get the wireless router because it's the cheapest solution by far.
You can get one these days for $30 or less. Follow my instructions in the
thread "cascading wireless routers". Also, it sounds like you're using the
USB port to connect to the desktop, so you'll want to keep your current ASDL
modem router.


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