
Essential Network Settings and Tasks in Windows
For a Wi-Fi network, select Wi-Fi > Manage known networks. Choose the network for which you want to change the settings. For an Ethernet network, select Ethernet, then select the Ethernet network …
Use your Windows device as a mobile hotspot - Microsoft Support
Open Mobile hotspot settings Turn on mobile hotspot in Settings In the Settings app on your Windows device, select Network & internet > Mobile hotspot. For Share my internet connection from, choose …
Fix Ethernet connection problems in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn about different things you can try to fix Ethernet network connection problems in Windows
Copilot troubleshooters - Microsoft Support
Get Help has troubleshooters for Copilot you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, …
Get connected when setting up your Windows device
If your device has an Ethernet port, plug in an Ethernet cable, and then plug the other end into an Ethernet port on your router. If your device doesn’t have an Ethernet port but you want to try this …
Fix Wi-Fi connection issues in Windows - Microsoft Support
If you can connect to the internet using an Ethernet cable, it confirms the connection problem is due to the Wi-Fi router. Make sure you've installed the latest firmware and see the documentation for your …
Customize the Desktop Icons in Windows - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · Learn how to customize the default desktop icons in Windows, adjust their size to suit your preferences, and show or hide all icons as needed.
How multiple adapters on the same network are expected to behave
However, by definition, only one adapter may communicate on the network at a time in the Ethernet network topology. Therefore, both adapters cannot be transmitting at the same time and must wait if …
December 9, 2025—KB5071417 (OS Build 22631.6345)
Jan 9, 2024 · This cumulative update for Windows 11, version 23H2 (KB5071417), includes the latest security fixes and improvements, along with non-security updates from last month’s optional preview …
Setting up a wireless network in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn about modems and Internet connections, security, sharing files and printers, and how to set up a wireless network in your home.