[newbie] My network hates Linux ='(...how can I fix this?

[Marc Resnick]

My network, running on a linksys router, really hates my linux box. It uses no encryption, and has a DHCP server providing IP info for all of the connected boxes. The problem is, every time I boot linux, I have to reset the router by unplugging it then plugging it back in, kicking my whole family offline. Then I need to do a service network restart on linux, and then disable and enable the connection on another windoze box. I've downloaded a bunch of DHCP bugfixes and updates on mdk 9.2, and upgraded the firmware for my router. Anyone have a way around it? I'm on the verge of getting tech support from linksys, and I've had some nasty experiences with tech support.   Thanks in advance, Marc