Make Linux see my network

[mrmister1]

Up until now I have been using Linux mainly for fun, as an alternative to Windows. But now I want to actually start using Linux as my main OS. Is there a way I can get Linux to see my Linksys router through a Microsoft USB network adapter? I really want to be able to get on the internet now.

Thanks

[mrmister1]

Please...is it possible at all. Please help.

[kilgoretrout]

The router is no problem. I have a Linksys router that works fine. Your usb network adapter will be problematic at best. Invest $15 in a regular PCI NIC and it should work fine.

[LocoCoyote]

So the problem is getting a USB NIC to work under linux?