You can manually make some changes to your Windows settings to ensure that you are not accidentally sharing either too much on a public network or blocking all sharing on a private network.
If you’re looking to upgrade to Windows 10, 8.1, 8 or 7, we’ve got the guide for you. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps for upgrading to Windows 10, 8.1, 8 or 7 from your current operating system.
Windows 10
In Windows 10, click on the Ethernet or wireless icon in the system tray of your taskbar. The Ethernet icon is like a little computer and the wireless icon is, well, pretty well-known. Once you do that, click on the Network & Internet Settings link.
To connect to a WiFi network, click on the WiFi icon in the left-hand pane. If you are connected to an Ethernet network, click on the Ethernet icon. ..
Public WiFi networks are typically more crowded and have more people connected, while Private WiFi networks are typically less crowded and have a smaller number of people connected.
To connect to a WiFi network automatically, you’ll need to be in range of it.
Windows 8.1
In Windows 8.1, to change the network profile, we open the PC Settings screen by clicking on Change PC Settings at the bottom of the Charms bar.
Now click on the connection you want to use and you’ll see the settings for that connection. ..
Now all you have to do is turn on the Find devices and content option. It’s automatically turned off for public networks, so when you turn it on, it changes the network to a private network.
Windows 8
Next, click on the three lines in the top left corner of the Network and Sharing Center window. The first line will show you your current network settings. The second line will show you how to add a new network connection. The third line will show you how to remove a network connection.
Windows 8 has identified your network as a home network. ..
This will take you to a page where you can change the network type, which is likely to be Private. If that’s not the case, then you can try using a different computer or phone.
-To view private messages, select “Private” from the “Message Types” dropdown. -To view all messages in your account, select “All Messages.”
The network discovery feature on your device is a great way to find new content and services. By finding new networks and devices, you can get more information about what’s out there and what’s popular. This can help you find the best content for your interests, as well as new opportunities to make money.
When you turn on file and printer sharing, your computer and printer will work together. This means that you can print documents and files on your computer, and have them ready to go when you need them.
Windows can manage homegroup connections, which can make it easier to connect to devices in your home. This can include devices like printers and scanners, as well as other family members’ devices.
Private: Allows only registered guests to access the site. Public: Allows anyone to access the site. ..
When you turn off network discovery, your computer will not automatically connect to the networks it is connected to. This can prevent you from using certain services or finding new friends online.
To turn off file and printer sharing on your computer, follow these steps:
- Open the Control Panel.
- Under System and Security, click File Sharing.
- Under File Sharing Options, turn off the checkbox next to “File and printer sharing.”
- Click OK to close the window. ..
In the Network settings, you will need to set up a new network connection. Click on the Add Network Connection button and enter your name and address. Now click on the OK button to finish setting up your new network connection.
Network: You’ll see a list of devices connected to your network. Go ahead and right-click on any of them and choose Turn sharing on or off. Connected: You’ll see a list of devices that are currently connected to your network. Go ahead and right-click on any of them and choose Turn sharing on or off. ..
In the Network and Sharing Center, choose whether you want your network to be treated like a private or public network. The label Private or Public may remain the same in Network and Sharing Center, but once you choose the sharing settings manually, the network will have the appropriate settings applied.
Windows 7
In Windows 7, the process for connecting to a network is different. You still have to click on the network icon in your taskbar, but this time click on the Open Network & Sharing Center link. ..
Your active networks are listed in this section. You can see the name of the Ethernet or WiFi network and it should have a link underneath called Home network, Work network or Public network.
You can change between three different network types on the website.
In Windows 7, there is an option to treat all future networks as public networks automatically. I don’t think most people would find that useful, though.
Manually Force a Network Location
To manually change the network location on Windows, use the secpol.msc tool.
If you are connected to a wired network, it will be the name of your wired network. If you are not connected to a wired or WiFi network, it will say Unknown. To connect to the internet, click on the Network button and then on the Connect To The Internet link. ..
To change the network location from Private to Public:
- Double-click on the Network Location tab.
- On the Network Location tab, you can manually change the network location from Private to Public.
That’s about it! Microsoft is having trouble changing network locations in Windows. If you’re having trouble, let us know and we’ll help. Enjoy!
