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How to Fix Network Problems in Windows 10 (One Click Reset)


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How to Fix Network Problems in Windows 10 (One Click Reset)

The Windows 10 Anniversary Update includes a new feature that lets you see your network status at a glance. If there is a problem, you can run a trouble-shooter or do a complete reset, with a single click.

One of the most subtle but significant small changes in Windows 10 version 1607 is the new Network Status page. 

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You can find it by opening Settings > Network & Internet > Status. This page, which is brand new in the Anniversary Update, shows the status of the current network connection.

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If you have a solid network connection, this status dialog box gives you details about the network. If there is a problem, it offers access to two tools that can automatically repair many common issues.

The first is the Troubleshoot button, which opens the Windows Networks Diagnostics utility. That trouble-shooter runs a short suite of tests to fix most common network-related problems.

If that trouble-shooter does not solve the issue, you can go for a more drastic solution. At the bottom of that, Settings page is a Network Reset button. Click that to completely delete all network settings and start fresh.

Notes
After using network reset, you might need to reinstall and set up other networking software you might be using, such as VPN client software or virtual switches from Hyper‑V (if you are using that or other network virtualization software).

Network reset might set each one of your known network connections to a public network mode. In a public network mode, your PC is not discoverable to other PCs and devices on the network, which can help make your PC more secure. 

However, if your PC is part of a homegroup or used for file or printer sharing, you will need to make your PC discoverable again. To do this, go to Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. On the Wi-Fi screen, select Manage known networks > the network connection you want to change > Properties, and then turn on the switch under Make this PC discoverable.
 

 

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