Can a wireless router be used with an iMac G5 AND a Windows laptop

I currently have a BT Broadband connection on my iMac G5 through a Speedtouch 330 modem.
I want to move to a wirless router so I can access the net on at least 2 laptops running windows at the same time as the Mac is connected to the net
Which router is best and what should I look out for.
Also, is there a simple guide anywhere that explains routers and what one needs to do to make them work?
Mant thanks
Jammi

Make sure that your modem has an Ethernet output.
Usually the default settings of the router are all you need.
Any wireless router will do what you want.

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