Buying new laptop and going wi-fi HELP

I have Comcast internet on my desktop presently, have a older laptop without wi-fi, want to replace with a new laptop, what should be looking for, for ram and hd, etc.  What router is needed, considering the desktop will remain also on Comcast as well as the new wi-fi capable laptop.   Am totally confused.
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richard3415 wrote:
screen size, probably around 16", how does the router work with a cablemodem, I want to keep Comcast on desktop, but have the flexibility to use laptop upstairs or in the tv room in the next room?   specifically which router and laptop would you recommend, trouble free, etc.?
Something like this laptop would certainly meet your needs. It has a good current generation processor, plenty of RAM, a 15.6" screen and a good amount of storage space. ASUS K52F-BBR9
In addition, from what I've seen, while setting them up for clients, it seems like a well built machine.
As far as a wireless router goes a basic one would be fine for the area you're looking to cover and the number of devices you'll have on the network. This would suffice.
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