Internet in an Apartment?

My boyfriend and I are looking to move into our first apartment together in in near future. Since this is our first apartment, we're going through the usual trying to figure everything out =]. Sadly, neither of us is very technical! In our area, most apartments in our price range will include utilities, but not internet. Obviously, we would really like to have internet. What is the easiest way to do this? We both have laptops. If we get a router and modem will they have to be attached to one of the laptops permanently? Sorry if this sounds like a no-brainer! Just looking for some advice! Thanks!!