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Will a wireless N router improve range of wireless G notebook?

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I have a wireless G notebook, a desktop with wireless G built in, and a PS3.  I'm hoping to move my current G router to another location in the house I'm currently in (very very very old and large plantation home).  I has very thick walls and over 100 feet from one side to the other.  I'm thinking I need to get a stronger router to improve upon the range of my current one.  Will a wireless N router improve the effective range of wireless G components, or will I need to get wireless N adapters for them as well?
 
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Oh, and I was thinking about getting the DIR-655, unless something else would suit my needs better.

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I think you need N on both ends since N works at 5 GHz and not 2.4 GHz like G. Why don't you get a Range Extender or load DD-WRT firmware (if your router supports it) which allows you to boost the power?
 
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Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but you may be able to pick up another router and simply use it for an access point which should extend your range also.  


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