Which wireless router do I choose?

I've been putting off buying a wireless because I don't know which model to choose. I have a Dell Inspiron 2200 laptop and an Emachine T2542 PC. Both are currently connected to a wired router and DSL and each has their own printer. With all the choices out there, Broadband, Speedbooster, etc, I don't know which is needed. Dell advised me to get the Speedbooster and an internal adapter card that would require self installation.
Thank you,
jaz1957

Its difficult to find a version 4 now a days but they are out there. Be easier to find a WRT54GL, L stands for Linux. Its just a renamed WRT54G v4. In my opinion they are more stable and reliable than the v5, v6 and v7. If you are going to retail stores looking for the WRT54G look for serial numbers on the box that start with ....
CDFA = WRT54G v4
CL7A = WRT54GL v1
CL7B = WRT54GL v1.1
Message Edited by wehowardjr on 11-21-200609:35 AM

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