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Least amount to get the job done???

by ChrisInDiego Nov 21, 2004 2:15AM PST

Hi guys... I'm just getting my Dell 8600 this week and want to set up a wireless system in the house. It will have b/g and bluetooth. I'd like to:

1. Print to my USB Printer wirelessly
2. Play music/video from the notebook to the home theater system, (wired speakers already set up)
3. integrate video cameras in a couple of rooms and outside
4. Have additional wireless storage (120GB+)
5. Use VOIP with digital or bluetooth headset

.. When I'm looking at different equipment to meet these needs/wants I'm seeing a lot out there that can handle one, two, or three of these things.. but I want to avoid buying a million pieces of hardware to address these issues. So, my question for all who dare... what is the least amount I need to buy to make my dreams come true? I like the look and portability of the Apple AirPort with it's iTunes functionality (but it can't handle video) - how do I make it all happen with the least amount of crap?

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