Replacing a router

Hello,
I have a question that until now, no one was able to give me a definite answer.
In my home I have a computer network consisting of 2 computers linked by LAN and the main desktop computer situated in a concrete-built room. The computer is connected to a router (D-Link 614) via a D-Link USB Adapter, situated in the concrete-built room.
As the router is quite old, and gives me bad connections,(being situated in the concrete - built room) I would like to replace it with a newer and stronger router, either from Linksys or Edimax. (Edimax BR6216MG, or LinkSys WRT54GL).
One dealer informed me that the model LinkSys WRT54GL does not support a cable broadband connection and that I should purchase the model Linksys WRT54G v7.
I would like to know:
1. Will a newer router improve the connection with the computer situated in the concrete - walled room?
2. If I replace the router, do I have to replace the D-Link USB adapter and purchase a Linksys USB Adapter?
3. Which Linksys model should I buy?
Thanks for the help
zsmi

Hello, Mort,
Thank you for your advice. Unforunately, I am forced by my ISP to buy Lynksys BEFW11S4 or Linksys WRT54G v7, together with a Lynksys adapter (at a high purchase price which includes setting up and support).
If I purchase the router from an outside dealer, I shall not receive from my ISP any support for the new equipment.
Thanks
zsmi

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