Is there a way for my iMac G5 to use my laptops internet?

Hey everyone, a couple years ago, I got an iMac G5 (No iSight) from my Grandma. I live upstairs in my bedroom but my router is downstairs. It's to my understanding that this model iMac does not support wireless internet. Therefore, it sits downstairs connected to the router, where I rarely use it. Is there anyway way to bring my iMac upstairs and connect it to my Win7 laptop and use my laptops internet connection?

(0) In addition to the capability of your iMac, if your current wireless does not offer a wireless access point (WAP,) you would, of course, also need to add that.  Although any compatible WAP can work, here are the Apple ones (whose operation is integrated into your Mac's OS):
http://store.apple.com/us/search?find=wireless+router
(1) If your G5 iMac is this one: http://support.apple.com/kb/SP69 , it is wireless capable.   Unless someone has already added the correct AirPort Extreme hardware card, you would need to add one.  If you need help, your Apple retailer or service provider can help you locate and install AirPort Extreme Card M8881LL/A.
If your G5 iMac is this one: http://support.apple.com/kb/SP45 , it already has wireless capability.  If you cannot get it working, see your Apple retailer or service provider for help.
(2) An alternative to a built-in WI-Fi card like the item (1) AirPort Extreme hardware that Apple offers is to use a wi-fi "adapter".  These are basically an external wi-fi cards that usually connect to your computer via its Ethernet or USB port.  Adapters may be a cheaper solution.  However, unlike Airport Extreme, they are not integrated into Mac OS, so they must be configured via their own software.  You computer retailer can help you determine which are compatible and how to configure the specific item you choose.
If you want to try to do this yourself and cannot find an adapter locally, a search will give you many alternatives, including those listed here: http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCategory.aspx?SubCategory=31  Follow the instructions that come with the adapter to connect it to your Mac and your wi-fi network.

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