Windows Vista no internet on windows 7

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hi, im new on this and im trying to get my internet connection to work, i have done every thing i find that might help me connecting to the internet but i cant,... i connected with a lan cable and it worked i toke of the cable and the internet was still working. But I placed it on its placed turned it on again and it wasn’t working, it isn’t a laptop, so I cant move it very easy, ther is good signal strength more than half, my brother has also windows 7 and he has good wireless internet. the pc shows something like un identified network.

 

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It sounds like you're facing connectivity issues with your desktop PC using wireless internet. The "unidentified network" message typically appears when your computer is connected to a network but can't identify it properly, which often leads to no internet access. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially fix this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Restart Your Router:
   • Sometimes network connectivity issues can be resolved with a simple router restart. Turn off your router, wait for a minute, and then turn it back on.
   []Check Network Settings:
   • Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings. Right-click on your wireless network adapter and choose Properties. Make sure that protocols like IPv4 and IPv6 are enabled.
   []Reset TCP/IP Stack:
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:

      netsh int ip reset resetlog.txt netsh winsock reset

   []Check Device Manager:
   • Ensure that your wireless network adapter is recognized and working properly in Device Manager. You can access Device Manager by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting Device Manager.
   []Update Network Adapter Driver:
   • Outdated or corrupt network drivers can cause connectivity issues. Visit the manufacturer's website of your wireless network adapter, download the latest driver, and install it.
   []Disable IPv6:
   • Sometimes disabling IPv6 can help with network connectivity issues. To do this, go to the properties of your network adapter and uncheck the Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) option.
   []Check for Software Conflicts:
   • Some security software or VPNs can interfere with network connections. Temporarily disable any security software to see if it's causing the issue.
   []Run Network Troubleshooter:
   • Windows has a built-in network troubleshooter that can detect and fix common issues. Right-click on the network icon in the system tray and select Troubleshoot problems.
   []Reset Winsock Catalog:
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type:

      netsh int ipv4 reset reset.log netsh int ipv6 reset reset.log

2. Check Firewall Settings:
   • Ensure that your firewall settings are not blocking your network connection. Temporarily disable the firewall and check if the issue persists. If after following these steps you still have issues, you may need to consider contacting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or a professional for further assistance in diagnosing the problem. Feel free to try these steps out, and let me know if you need more assistance or if any of these steps resolve your issue.