Oh, and mind your encryption options, make sure your PC/router is compatible with the levels they allow.
Yeah, Im no newb to securing the signal. I'm trying to major in something networking/programming related, along with an accounting major.
Well as for my connection issues with the Wii at my place, it seems resolved. I updated at my parents house, then when I brought it over here, I trying going online with my connection and was able to go online and check for updates. So yeah, it all works out in the end! Just bummed that Break.com videos don't work.