Windows 10 is liked by the worldcompared to its predecessor 8.1.Lot has changed from Metro Interface.
Start Menu is back with lot of modifications.
Access toSystem, Devices, web link, Personalization and other settingsis still possible through Control Panel.
Navigate through each setting, to find different options to customize your Windows 10.
Before you dive in through, its important what is in store for us.
So here is a brief overview ofNetwork & Internet controls in Windows 10.
Each item has its own importance.
These options are not limited to desktop and can also be used with a laptop.
Status
Here you will find the online grid status.
Here Im connected to myTP-LINK router through Wi-Fi, to get my Internet.
Show available networks
you might also see the web link properties to which you are connected.
It will also show the other available adapters that are present.
you could see their status also.
Since Wi-Fi adapter only is operational for my system, that is indicated in the list.
Also the link speed is mentioned in Pbbs.
The status field will show Operational if that particular adapter is working or Not Operational if its not working.
If you are using an Wi-Fi web connection, you will also get details like DHCP lease etc.
This will take a stab at reset the adapter or provide some fix to your online grid problems etc.
These options are also available through Control Panel.
Also if you have any other third-party Firewall, you also turn it off.
web connection reset is another problem-fixer for your Internet connectivity problems.
This option will reinstall all your web link adapters and set their components to the default prefs.
If you have VPN etc installed, you’re gonna wanna reinstall again.
Wi-Fi
This option will only be available if you are connected wirelessly like through a router.
This will be set to On if you are using its adapter.
The connection name and its connection status are available here.
There are other options like
There are some important changes to web connection configs in Windows 10.
The following options are also available.
Though there was hip-hop of security concerns, the following message speaks the status of its usage.
According to Microsoft, few people actually used the feature and some were actively turning it off.
This offers secure and encrypted connection between the client and the access point.
(Source: http://mspoweruser.com/windows-10-mobile-redstone-will-get-hotspot-2-0-support-soon/)
Paid Wi-Fi services
These are services that are less secure.
There are related configs like
Ethernet, Dial-Up
These two options are for little outdated users.
Most of the times, you’ve got the option to use the following option.
Set up a new connection.
Most of the times, corporate offices would like to have additional security to protect their sensitive data.
The following two options are generally available.
Allow VPN over metered networks
Allow VPN while roaming
The other related tweaks are similar like the above.
Airplane Mode
This feature made into the Windows OS in 8 and 8.1.
This is especially useful, if you are travelling through air or planes.
There are places or travel locations or passages where you are not supposed to use any electronic signals.
Also for privacy purposes, you would like to restrict any connections from reaching you.
Enable this option, to stop all wireless communication, such as Wi-Fi, cellular, and Bluetooth.
Mobile hotspot
In this 2016 days, its common to share your Wi-Fi with your mobile devices.
The following options are available.
Share your Internet connection with other devices
Turn on remotely
Allow another gadget to turn on mobile hotspot.
Both devices must have Bluetooth turned on and be paired.
Data usage
This feature is worth-mentioning.
Also if you are behind a firewall, you will be connected through this proxy.
For this you’re gonna wanna enter the address and port number.
Most of the above options are commonly available in Windows 8 and 8.1.
But the interface through which you access these web link prefs, have changed in Windows 10.
This is easier and intuitive compared to older ones.
Just by using the toggle button of On or Off, you might change any of the options here.
Also it is necessary to take backup of your web connection connection properties, in-case you mess them up.
Hope you like my article.
