Can I adapt my Power Mac to wireless

I have inherited a Power Mac 6,1 G4 (I think) which I'd like to set up for the kids to use. It has wired internet, can I buy something to make it wireless (eg: a USB wireless adapter) if so, will any one work? Or do I have to look for specific specs? thanks

This one requires is advertised as USB 2, ask the vendor if you need USB 1:
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Asus/USBN10/
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