A:AnswerI'm not sure. I returned this modem. I have Verizon and they have their own. So, if you are running DSL with Verizon. You need to go through them.
A:AnswerYes, the router portion is what makes it wireless.
but if you have a major computer that you use at home, you might as well run a cable to it. It's often faster and there's little chance of household interference.