If you are experiencing a Windows network error, there are a number of possible causes. You may be able to resolve common network issues by following the following troubleshooting steps:



1.The modem and router should be restarted

This is frequently the easiest and most effective method of repairing a network issue.


2.Check the connections physically

Check to see that all of your network cables are connected correctly


3.Check through the Network troubleshooter

Many network issues can be automatically detected and fixed by this Windows built-in application.

~ Go to "Settings" > "Network & Internet."

~Click "Network troubleshooter" under "Status,"

 follow the on-screen instructions.


4.Verify the network adapter

Check that your network adapter is turned on and working properly. To accomplish this:

This can occasionally resolve any temporary network connection issues.


~In the system tray, right-click on the "Network" icon (typically in the bottom-right corner).

~Select "Open Network & Internet settings."

~Select "Change adapter options."

~Right-click on your active network adapter and select "Diagnose" to allow Windows to attempt to resolve any problems automatically.


5.Update the drivers for your network adapter.


Check that your network adapter's drivers are up to date. You can either download the drivers from the manufacturer's website or use Windows Update to automatically check for driver upgrades.

Drivers that are out of current or corrupt might occasionally create network issues. Open the Device Manager in Windows 10 or 11 to update your network device drivers. Expand the Network Adapters category, then right-click on the network device you want to configure. Select the option to Update driver software.


6.Disable and enable the network adapter


Disabling and re-enabling the network adapter can sometimes assist alleviate network troubles.

This can occasionally resolve any temporary network connection issues. To do so, navigate to the Network & Internet settings in Windows 10 or 11. Select the network that you're having problems connecting to by clicking on the Wi-Fi tab. Connect to the network after clicking the Forget button.


~Proceed to "Network Connections" as instructed in step 3.

~Disable your network adapter by right-clicking it and selecting "Disable."

~Wait a few seconds, then right-click and select "Enable."


7.Reset your network configuration.


This will reset your network settings to default, which can occasionally resolve persistent network difficulties. To reset your network settings, click to Network & Internet > Status > Network reset in the Settings app. Select the Reset now option.

8.TCP/IP stack reset


The following commands should be entered one at a time, pressing Enter after each one, into the Command Prompt after opening it with administrator rights (type "cmd," right-click, and select "Run as administrator"):

netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew

Once you've executed these commands, restart your computer.

9.Virus and firewall testing


Disable your firewall and antivirus software for a while to investigate whether they could be the source of the network issue. Consider changing their settings or adding network exceptions if deactivating them fixes the problem.


After trying each of these solutions, if the network problem persists, you might need to speak with your internet service provider.