I've got the alpha 1 watt and the software wasn't too bad to install. The only trick is you might need to disable the windows wireless manager and use the alpha one instead, I can pick up about 30 wifi points from my house with it, and only about 5 with my built in. You're probably right that if he gets a weak single now with his built in card, anything will be a huge improvement. Also with either unit you could swap the antenna for a better one for about $10 later if needed. Might not help you make a choice here, but probably either one of those USB wifi adaptors will work well.
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