Ethernet is technically not a requirement, however I do prefer it over wireless connection. I'm also not educated on router setup, in other words, would setting up a router as an access point, like you stated earlier, cause me some trouble? I have no problem with setting a router up considering I have to learn some day, when I do it, I just want to be doing the best setup I can, reducing the chance of me having to ultimately restart and figure out a new format to use for stronger connection.