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Originally Posted by freakshow
For other people with the same question, but no existing adapter, I'd suggest USB, only because it's a little more flexible/portable than a pci/e one
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I think it also depends on your distance from the router and how many obstacles you have to pass through to get to your router from your computer. If you can get great signal with a USB adapter, it's the best choice. With PCI and PCI-E adapters, you have the option of being able to get an external mount for your antennas and get stronger antennas if a USB adapter's signal doesn't cut it. It's going to cost more going that route though.
I would also consider Powerline ethernet. I've had my fair share of PCI and USB network adapters since I've been trying to find the best one to get a good, consistent signal from my desktop to my router. I have to pass through one floor, plus multiple walls to the other end of the house. After all my signal problems, I decided to give Powerline a shot and I haven't looked back since.