What is the best way to have access from two separate computers on a network to a large group of data files and be able to modify the dat from each system?

Have three systems: MacBook Air, iMac 27, running current software and an older iMac 24 running earlier version of OS-X.  All connected using Airport through a Linksys router.  Have a large number of folders (2800 equal to 1.5 TB) and need to be able to update from both MB Air and the 27 as well as have some sort of at least weekly backup.  What is the best approach to accomplishing this? This is a small home network used to store audio books for the blind.

I would recommend a proper NAS.. Synology or QNAP are top brands.
OR, getting another lightweight computer as a server. eg newest Mac Mini or second hand one with large storage, USB3 or thunderbolt.
Apple routers could be pressed into service but are not designed for this task.. they will be slow, and without ability to backup.

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