network help

[brian333]

im kinda dumb when it comes to computers but hear i go, iv got a new computer upstaires with no internet and a computer downstaire with a internet connection, iv heard of sommat callled a network adapter for wireless connection but id like to know the good side and the bad side of them and if they work good?
any help will be great

[multi]

Windows XP Wireless Connection Guide (http://www.umn.edu/adcs/network/wirelessxp.html)

Making the Wireless Home Network Connection in Windows XP (http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/expert/bowman_02april08.mspx)

10 tips for improving your wireless network (http://www.microsoft.com/athome/moredone/wirelesstips.mspx)

dont use them myself ..i hear a CAT5 cable is better for gaming but not sure if thats still the case