How do I set up a password on my WRT54GS?

I have been using my wireless router for a couple of years and never bothered to set up a password... When I am away from home and try to use either my lap top or IPod Touch to connect to a wireless network, I notice that I need to enter a password to be allowed to do it... I would like to set up something similar in my wireless router so that anyone in my neighborhood attempting to use my wireless network has to enter a password before being able to do it.  How can I set this up?  I have no idea and would appreciate any help.... Thanks!

1st it is suggested you do these steps on a hardwired PC.
Step 1: Access the routers web based utility interface. To do this, open up Internet Explorer or any web browser and then type on the address bar http://192.168.1.1 (username just leave it blank, password as a default is admin).
Then click on WIRELESS and then WIRELESS SECURITY.
Step 2:
Select WPA Personal under the Security Mode drop-down menu.
Enter your desired WPA Key on the WPA Shared Key field such as “MySecretKey.” This will serve as your network key whenever you connect to your wireless network.
NOTE: Do not give this key to anyone. This key will secure your wireless network. Leave Group Key Renewal to 3600 seconds.
Then save the settings and you are good to go from there.

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