Question: How Do I Change My Network Type in Windows 10?
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You change the Network Type on your computer by going to Settings > Network & Internet and clicking on Properties button for your active Network. On the next screen, you can set the Network Type to Public or Private under “Network Profile” section.

How do I change my WIFI type on Windows 10?

How to add or remove Wi-Fi connections

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Click on Network & Security.
  3. Click on Wi-Fi.
  4. Click the Manage known networks link.
  5. Click the Add a new network button.
  6. Enter the network name.
  7. Using the drop-down menu, select the network security type.
  8. Check the Connect automatically option.

How do I change Network category?

Navigate to Local Computer Policy > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Network List Manager Policies and double-click the Network that you’d like to change. Click on the Network Location tab and under Location Type change it either to Public or Private.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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