Unable to connect to software update

New mac pro, has been unable to connect to software update, multiple attempts over past 3 days. Other browser problems listed in other thread, but this is the most concerning at the moment. Linksys wireless, DSL modem, Cisco router. Airport extreme card (I installed)

Linksys wireless
Do you show an active wireless connection in the Menu Bar (fans are lit)? If not, check your Extreme Card to make sure the physical installation is correct.
On the Network end: Linksys is not a good wireless unit for the Mac Platform. Not very good support.
To make the best of it: Make sure you have the latest firmware installed for the Linksys unit. Same for the Cisco router.
Here's some suggestions specific to the Network Panel:
Go to the System Preferences>Network panel
- Location - set up a personal location by clicking on the drop down menu and selecting "add a location". Use a name familiar to you. Once established, select "apply".
- Next, click on the "Show" drop down menu and select Network Port Configurations. Only Airport ought to be checked, unless you are using a Bluetooth device. Move it to the top of the list (you can drag it). Select "apply".
- Back to the "Show" menu>Airport. Click on the TCP panel. There, enter 208.67.222.222 and
208.67.220.220 (separate lines) in the DNS servers box, or try the Verizon codes of 4.2.2.1 and 4.2.2.2 and select "apply".
Creating a personal location, plus adding the DNS codes seems to speed things up. Otherwise, the "automatic" function has a tendency to "search" for available locations.
In the Finder, go to your Utilities folder and select "Terminal". Once the screen is open enter lookupd -flushcache and press return. This clears out the DNS cache. Once done, quit Terminal.
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I am connected to the internet, and able to navigate to any site that I choose. I can operate MOST programs that need internet access, such a Mail, Safari, iChat, and iTunes. I am unable to connect to the internet through AdiumX, and I cannot send program bug reports to Apple.
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Date/Time: 2008-06-18 09:13:15 -0400
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Should I just put up, shut up and be grateful that these problems, while aggravating, aren't majorly disrupting my life?

Okay no worries, can't find where to delete this post...

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