Windows provides a range of options to customize your network settings. These settings allow you to control things like internet and file sharing, as well as other features related to sharing resources with other computers on the same network.
In Windows 10 and 8.1, the easiest way to access network settings is to use the Network and Sharing Center in Control Panel. To open Control Panel, press the Windows key + X, then select “Control Panel” from the menu. Once Control Panel is open, click on “Network and Sharing Center”.
In the Network and Sharing Center, you can view a summary of your network settings, or you can go into more detail by clicking on “Change adapter settings” in the left pane. This will show you a list of your current network connections. To configure the settings for any connection, right-click it and select “Properties.”
From the Properties window, you can change the settings for the selected connection. Depending on the type of connection you have, different settings are available. Generally, these include settings related to IP addresses, DNS servers, and other network protocols. You can also specify which network services (such as file sharing, printer sharing, etc) are enabled for each connection.
If you want even more control over your network settings, you can access the properties for your active network adapters. Open Device Manager (press the Windows key + X, then select “Device Manager” from the menu), then expand the “Network adapters” section. From here, you can access the properties for each adapter which will include things like power management and advanced settings.
When finished editing any settings, be sure to click “OK” to save your changes. Depending on the type of changes you made, you may need to restart your computer for them to take effect.
If you need to view or edit your wireless network settings, you can access them by opening your network settings directly in the Settings app on Windows 10. To open the Settings app, press the Windows key + I. In the Settings app, select “Network & Internet” and then click on “Wi-Fi” in the left pane. From here, you can edit your SSID, encryption type, and other wireless settings.
With these tools, you can easily configure and manage your network settings in Windows.