Losing Internet wireless connection until reset router

WRT54G Router is what the network uses, and a few times a day I will be connected to the network but no internet connection.  The only fix that works is unplugging the router and then the internet will reconnect.  Any ideas how to fix this?  thanks

Whats the Current firmware version installed on your Router? Try to check for the latest firmware version for your Router from the Linksys website and update the same firmware on your Router. Once the firmware upgrade is completed then you need to Press and hold the reset button for 30 seconds...Release the reset button...Unplug the power cable from your router, wait for 30 seconds and re-connect the power cable...Now re-configure your router...

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