Originally Posted by jbhtexas 
Because I don't need the router function, my home network isn't set up that way, and I really don't want another piece of computer hardware cluttering up my house.
Hmmm, I just think you're going the complicated route. I've never heard of someone using their PC's wireless network card as an access point. I'm not sure it's possible. Have you tried the Linksys forums?
Originally Posted by CyinCo I have a new Linksys wireless router and it is maybe 30 ft from my PC. There are several walls between the router and PC. The best signal reception I get is "low". Which is really diappointing. I it a "G" protocol and 2.4 Ghz frequency. I didn't spring for the "N" for longer distances because I was only going about 30 ft. Why is my signal so weak?
It's gotta be the walls.
Originally Posted by aweb84 2.4 Ghz is a popular frequency for all kinds of wireless electronics so multiple things could be interferring with your router.
This is also true.
