Can I upgrade my wireless network reach by switching the router from 802.11g to 802.11n without upgrading all the clients?

Can I upgrade my wireless network reach by switching the router from 802.11g to 802.11n without upgrading all the clients? I have a wireless network in my home that consists of a 802.11g/b router connected directly to my broadband provider and several devices (Ipod, Xbox, Laptops, etc) that access the network over the wireless connection.
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Guest [Entry]

Unfortunately no, the N router will send it's signal out further but the poor little G adapters on the clients will not be able to get their signal back to the router. If you are looking to extend a personal wifi network then there are many range extenders out there. I believe linksys makes one that just plugs into a wall outlet that is in range of the router and rebroadcasts the signal out further. That would probably be the fastest/cheapest option. Depending on what type of router it is you could also consider flashing a new bios to it like seen here. If it is an enterprise level network then there are a tone of options from brides to higher gain antennas although it will likely cost more then the personal options. Hope that helps.

Guest [Entry]

"I was just reading about WiFi Tips on LifeHacker
check out here and here

Perhaps you can increase range and reliability without spending money on a router that your devices can't take full advantage of.

Hope that helps."