I would prefer to keep the router hardwired to the main tv/ps3 which would require them to be on the first floor.
Smeggy: I would be very interested to hear how the Extreme works out for you in terms of range.
Edit: Just saw the thing about tomato/ddwrt since my parents also have a WRT54G.
I cannot use my ipad upstairs in the bedroom unless I am sitting at the foot of the bed - obviously that is not the most convenient setup - because the wireless signal is too low. I have a two story house, my router (Linksys WRT54G) is downstairs, the bedroom is upstairs and at the other end of the house. I don't want to move the router because it is hardwired to the tv and PS3. I can use my laptop in bed, just not the ipad. Do you think it would be best to get an Airport Express to extend the wireless or get an Airport Extreme (or both). I think I remember reading that 5Ghz doesn't work as well as 2.4Ghz signals in a place with a lot of walls, but that could have been a bunch of BS.
Not sure if anyone is interested, but I was able to use my Ipevo Free-1 (a corded USB Skype phone) with the ipad USB adaptor and Skype app. Of course, you can just use it to communicate, not for choosing contacts, opening the skype app, etc., like on a Mac or PC.
Got a message this morning that the magic trackpad I ordered on July 27th, the first day it was announced, won't ship now until Sept 17. At the same time, their website says shipping 5-7 business days. I am getting kinda pissed at Apple. I am not sure if it was because I ordered it through the education store or if this is happening to everyone.
You can drink it neat but it is pretty strong. I like slowly dripping a little water and watching the louche effect... I am not sure if you would call adding water to something a cocktail. Probably if you also add sugar, you have to call it a cocktail though.