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<blockquote data-quote="Kash" data-source="post: 391571" data-attributes="member: 23444">There are definitely no problems with running the Dell via Ethernet and your Macbook wirelessly. You probably won't need a speed boost unless you both need a lot of bandwidth. I suggest trying it out first before upgrading. Also, you won't need that install disc for your router. It's just a simple wizard that you really don't need as the router will be ready to go out of the box. Just look in the manual for the web address that will let you configure the router from any computer. Also, be sure to add a security password (your manual should tell you how to do this; if not, there's always us ;P).Linksys and Dlink make some great routers, and at a really good price point. Some will suggest Apple's Airport Extreme, but much like it's name, it seems to be rather overpriced to be used as a simple wireless router. It's only when you plan on using every feature does the price begin to justify itself.Not sure how the DSL thing would work on a Mac as I've personally only had cable and my experience with DSL has never required a dialer. Perhaps somebody else will shed some light on it.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Kash, post: 391571, member: 23444"] There are definitely no problems with running the Dell via Ethernet and your Macbook wirelessly. You probably won't need a speed boost unless you both need a lot of bandwidth. I suggest trying it out first before upgrading. Also, you won't need that install disc for your router. It's just a simple wizard that you really don't need as the router will be ready to go out of the box. Just look in the manual for the web address that will let you configure the router from any computer. Also, be sure to add a security password (your manual should tell you how to do this; if not, there's always us ;P). Linksys and Dlink make some great routers, and at a really good price point. Some will suggest Apple's Airport Extreme, but much like it's name, it seems to be rather overpriced to be used as a simple wireless router. It's only when you plan on using every feature does the price begin to justify itself. Not sure how the DSL thing would work on a Mac as I've personally only had cable and my experience with DSL has never required a dialer. Perhaps somebody else will shed some light on it. [/QUOTE]

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