Thanks for the information.
I've seen the specs on the Netgear and it seems like the one to go for....got wireless-g in the laptop so it makes sense to go for a 'g' router/modem combo.
I notice that you can specify "connection only" with Wannado (formerly Freeserve).
Second question (!)...a lot of the providers seem to have download caps in place (a concept I'm totally unfamiliar with....the benefits of Telewest!). How much is 'normal'....and does anyone have a provider that's unlimted?