Using my MacBook as a wireless hub?

I've had my MacBook for a couple of months now and I love it. I recently got a next-gen video game console with internet capabilities. The problem is that my router is all the way on the other side of my apartment. I could buy a 100' ethernet cord, but I really don't want to have to deal with that wire every time I want to use the internet for my console.
I know the MacBook is capable of a lot of cool stuff, and I was wondering if it's even possible to connect an ethernet cord between my console and my MacBook and use my MacBook's wireless card to connect to my router. That way, I could bring my MacBook out to the main room, and no one will trip over any wires. Is there maybe some software that can facilitate such a connection, with the MacBook as a middle man for a wireless connection? Does such software even exist for a personal computer?
Obviously there are some sort of wireless availabilities offered for my console, but I'm skeptical of the expense and reliability.
Probably a stupid question, but worth a shot, right?
Thanks in advance.
MacBook 2.0ghz Mac OS X (10.4.8)

I don't know about that - but you could try something like the Netgear XE102 Powerline Ethernet Adapter. You can plug in one near your modem, and then one near your video game counsel and just run a short ethernet cord. This is a cheaper option than buying the 360 Wireless Adapter, and you wouldn't have to run the cord through your house.
They go for about 50 bucks on Amazon.
Sorry I couldn't help more specifically - but this could be a good option.

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notes)??
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