text: You need a WIRELESS router, not just a router. I would recommend Linksys WRT54G. It will come with a setup CD which is very easy to follow, it will show you visually step by step how to setup your Wi-Fi router. \n\nFirst, make sure the laptop your getting has built in wi-fi, if not you can buy a pcmia wi-fi card that you can insert into your laptop.\n\nThere is no point in going over details on how to setup a wi-fi router as all wi-fi routers are different and require different instructions. There is no generic tutorial. Once, and if you get your router and are having problems, re-submit your question with the hardware you purchased to get a more detailed setup instruction.