Do i need a NIC?

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Hi, I am putting together a computer for the first time, and I am really confused on whether I need a NIC. My motherboard is

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157293

The LAN chipset is Broadcom BCM57781, so I am confused whether it can pick up wifi without a NIC. My room does not have an ethernet jack, so i have to go wireless. My router is down stairs if that matters.

If i do need a NIC card, is it something like this?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833106121

Thanks for the replies.

 

[Saga Lout]

Your Broadcom device is a NIC card - the wireless equivalent looks more like this one which I picked at random from your chosen supplier. It may not be the cheapest or the best so shop around. Try to find one with three aerials and which can handle Wireless N so you future proof your system by a year or so.
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http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166020