Wireless router questions

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I have two desktops, currently networked with a wired router and using
broadband cable for the internet. I want to put a laptop in an outbuilding
about 75 - 100 feet from the primary desktop. I only need internet on it -
no networking. A cable of that length is not practical, so I'm assuming I
need to switch to a wireless setup. The laptop has USB 1 available and an
Ethernet T100 jack. What do I need to put all three machines on a wireless
router? Any suggestions on a brand would also be appreciated.

Thanks for any help,
Cooter


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