Why do I have to "choose" the network every time?

My old Linksys Router died recently so I replaced it with a Time Capsule, which has been largely fine.
The only real issue that I have is that I cant find a way to keep my Mac and PC logged in to the network. Every time I open my PowwerBook G4 I have to go to Airport and choose my network. I tried changing the network settings to WPA2 rather than WPA2/WPA2 Professional - no change, still the same result.
On my old Linksys I was able to have no security - by virtue of using Mac address lists and no visible network name. Very effective.
Any thoughts? Can I still use Mac addresses?

Hi Duane,
Many thanks for the suggestion - but yes, I have already done this. Hence my surprise at needing to log in each time. Interestingly, the same also appears to apply to my wife's PC laptop - ie failure to remain logged in to the network.
Any other thoughts / suggestions?
Cheers,
Hugh

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