If you boot into Windows 11 and the Wi‑Fi toggle has simply vanished from the taskbar and Settings, don’t panic — this is a common but fixable issue that usually points to one of a handful of software or hardware problems. In this feature, I’ll walk through reliable, step‑by‑step diagnostics and...
What’s been happening to me is that for a long time—first on Windows 10 and now on Windows 11—I started having an issue where my computer’s wired Ethernet connection suddenly loses internet access, and there’s no way to restore it unless I do one of three things:
Restart the computer
Restart...
Reset Network Settings to Fix Connectivity Issues (Windows 10/11) - Step-by-Step
Difficulty: Beginner | Time Required: 15 minutes
Introduction
If your PC can’t connect to Wi‑Fi or has flaky wired connections, the problem is often misconfigured network settings rather than your router. Resetting...
I am on Windows 10 currently but am trying to upgrade to win11. Unfortunately, my pc is saying it is connected but that there is no internet access, on both wifi and ethernet. All other devices work fine, just this pc is giving me trouble.
I can still access the router settings page.
I have...
Device is not visible in Windows so cannot install drivers.
Tried running Setup.exe driver from TP-Link website but didn't install.
Also tried latest driver from: Realtek
Windows 11 machines that should shut down but instead loop into a restart are a maddening — yet fixable — class of problems, and the simplest remedies usually live in your power configuration and a few targeted system checks.
Background
Windows 11 introduced incremental changes to startup...
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I have a TP-Link TX201 2.5 Gigabit PCI Express. I have had a problem with losing connection. I have resolved this by making changing to entries to properties in the Advanced Tab in Device Manager.
I have also done:
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
The issue I have now is that the...
Windows 11 packs a surprisingly capable set of built‑in troubleshooters that can automatically diagnose and repair many everyday PC problems—from flaky Wi‑Fi and silent speakers to frozen updates and stubborn printers. This guide distills what matters: where to find these tools, how to run them...
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For countless Windows 11 users, network performance is about far more than simply plugging in an Ethernet cable. The stock settings provided by Microsoft offer a functioning connection out of the box, but if you’re seeking to boost speed, reduce lag, or cure persistent connectivity headaches, a...
Wake on LAN (WoL) is among the most intriguing legacy technologies still actively supported and relevant for modern Windows 11 users, blending convenience with caution in an era increasingly dominated by remote access and energy-conscious computing. For IT professionals, power users, and remote...
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Here is a summary of the situation based on your provided article and corroborated by reputable sources:
Issue:
Windows Server 2025 domain controllers could become unreachable after a restart.
Cause: After reboot, the server incorrectly applies the default firewall profile rather than the...
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I have create a virtual machine to replace an old Dell server. The old server has 4 network adapters, to connect to a regular network/internet, a fire protection network, a process control network, and a modbus/radio network. I installed 3 additional network cards to create 4 adapters on the...
Resetting all network settings in Windows 11 is a powerful troubleshooting step that can resolve persistent connectivity problems by restoring your network configuration to its factory defaults. This process reinstalls all network adapters and erases any custom network configurations, such as...
Few frustrations in daily digital life rival a sluggish internet connection—especially when you know your hardware and service should be capable of so much more. For millions using Windows PCs, slow internet is an increasingly common pain point, whether working from home, streaming, or gaming...
Windows Server 2025 has hit a snag that could send ripples through countless enterprise networks by jeopardizing one of its most critical components—the domain controllers. Microsoft recently disclosed that following a restart, affected domain controllers might load the default firewall profile...
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Windows version related : Windows 10 Home, Version 22H2 - build nr: 19045.4291
Hardware: Dell Latitude E6540 laptop
Please help me find out how to rectify the faulty operation as desbribed below :
Problem statement:
Certain websites won't load in any browser ( Chrome, Ms Edge, Opera , .... )...
I have win10 on a machine on our home lan. the lan functions perfectly for 5 other machines on it.
Also for that machine most of the time.
but sometimes it will boot with no connection - though 'connections available'
and sometimes even with 'no connections found'
where the previous night it...
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The model "DELL Inspiron 5379 2-in-1" does not officially support Windows 11. However, I upgraded anyway, and the result is so far, so good in most parts.
However, the USB Ethernet adapter is getting disconnected once in a while. I tried a TP-Link UE300 and an Amazon Basic, and the two adapters...
Hi,
Perhaps a unusual & rare requirement but hope it might be possible.
I have two Network adapter settings, Ethernet & Wifi
I need to access a Windows 10 PC via remote desktop, I use google, so I need the ethernet LAN connection ALWAYS On & uses 192.168.2. subnet.
Next to this PC is a Modem...