2008 MP needs airport - what to buy?

Hey guys, my late 08 MP didn't come with a wireless/airport card & until recently I havent needed one. Just wondering what kind of airport/wireless card to get for it. It's a late 2008 dual quad 2.8 Mac Pro.
Any insight would be appreciated
thanks in advance

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