Connecting MBP to Home Internet

This is a very basic question - we have a wireless router and Comcast broadband. We have several wireless PCs and one wired PC connected to the router. Will there be any problems or conflicts with the MBP using the wireless connection? This is the first of what could be several MBPs. Or will it make no difference at all?

Hey there,
No, there shouldn't be any problems or conflicts. Just set up the new network on your mac and be on your way. The article below provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up a wireless connection if needed. I have a similar situation at my own house and have had no problems. Hope it helps.
http://www.askdavetaylor.com/settingup_wifi_network_for_mac_andpc.html
B-rock

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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
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I think I worked out a solution given my equipment. I was looking around on other forums and I found the following post concerning the ability for iPhone 4S to be on 3G and wifi simultaneously.
"I know this thread is old and op may have discovered the answer already. However, I am posting this just in case someone else might be looking for a solution.
The solution does not require any additional software nor require a jailbreak.
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