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Discussions tagged with 'wifi vs ethernet issues' on WindowsForum.com focus on network connectivity problems where users compare wired and wireless setups. A recurring theme involves Windows 11 PCs connected via Ethernet cables, with wireless printers functioning correctly, but difficulties arise when attempting to access devices across a home private network. Users troubleshoot scenarios where Ethernet connections work for internet and printing, yet cross-network file sharing or device access fails, often requiring investigation into network discovery settings, firewall rules, or router configurations. The tag covers practical troubleshooting for mixed wired and wireless environments, particularly on Windows 11 systems.
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    Windows 11 Strange Private network issue.

    I have two Win 11 PCs . My wife's is Intel and mine is AMD. Both are connected to the router via cables. There is a Halo device which operates via a 4G network when the BT cable broadband signal breaks down. The printer is wireless and both PCs have no problems printing. Neither of the PCs...
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    • file sharing settings private network discovery router ip address conflict wifi vs ethernet issues windows 11 networking
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    • Forum: Windows Networking
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