What I now understand about a router makes me want to be a proud owner of one, if you could recommend one or some brands, that would be cool!
seems my firewall works harder than it should, I get attacks on my privacy all the time
does a good job for a free one (sygate personal firewall)

OK, to clarify: ethernet jack, LAN jack, same thing?

Thanks Harry, I feel closer now.

Harry said:
I still highly recommend adding a router, particuarly if you run with Windows
Yes, never run with windows, good chance of breakage!