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Unable to connect my Laptop to the new fast/high speed modem
Right until few days ago I was easily able to connect my laptop to the internet modem at home. Now that a new fast/high speed modem is installed I am not able to connect my laptop to the modem. I am still using Windows 8.1 on my laptop. Is it be cause…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-10-11T08:06:25.28+00:00
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Amir747
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2026-10-11T08:06:40.9666667+00:00
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I cant do updates on my windows 8.1 after doing a recovery on my laptop, I get a 80072EFE error code, what do i need to do?
I cant do updates on my windows 8.1 after doing a recovery on my laptop, I get a 80072EFE error code, what do i need to do?Dell 1235 Inspron laptop
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-09-24T02:15:10.88+00:00
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Kevin Kohlberg
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2026-09-24T02:26:42.22+00:00
Dio Xavier
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Bring Back Microsoft Account Log In to Windows Phone 8/8.1
Hello Microsoft im long time user of your stuff especially Games for Windows LIVE Xbox and Nokia Lumia witb Xbox inside but I founded my old lumia again i wanted to log in but i cant it says Date and time im running Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 update but 8.1…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-06-01T20:52:37.64+00:00
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Radim Tetera
15
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2026-09-13T23:51:00.56+00:00
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Hùng Gaming Giáo Sư
5
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bluethoot pheripheal device
Windows 7 coge unas redes si y otras no. Qued debo hacer para solucionar este problema
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-09-02T04:07:07.8066667+00:00
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PEÑA ROJAS SARITA
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2026-09-03T08:13:06.78+00:00
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Kai-H
28,245
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Proxy Server Settings when I have no Proxy Server!
Got a secondary PC running Windows 7. It's fine for what I need. Wifi connection is fine but whenever I try to connect to internet I get the dreaded Windows could not detect... message. I think I've just about exhausted ever solution. Here's the config…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-08-29T09:44:33.1+00:00
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Dave Edwards
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answered
2026-08-29T09:44:49.14+00:00
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Internet. Ideas
Internet videos not working correctly, they freeze or stall and do not play, advertisements play of course but not the actual vIdeo
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-08-11T21:19:34.02+00:00
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Philip Callas
0
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commented
2026-08-14T13:50:25.2333333+00:00
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Vikki-T
12,060
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
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Cannot access a website that I could previously access
I Cannot access a website that I could previously access
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-07-24T14:36:35.5533333+00:00
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Michael Bruno
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2026-07-28T04:04:45.42+00:00
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Emma1-N
13,685
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
1 answer
Bluetooth device reconnection
A recent "simplification" of the Bluetooth device UI has made it very difficult to use my computer. I use a Bluetooth headset to call into meetings for work. I also use that headset to listen to music on my phone. Once I have disconnected the…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-07-15T06:33:45.89+00:00
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Matthew Fox
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2026-07-17T04:14:13.1066667+00:00
Emma1-N
13,685
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One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
portquery is it a good software?
portqueryui.txt
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-07-10T06:35:58.75+00:00
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DEREK CHUA
25
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2026-07-10T06:57:02.6933333+00:00
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adi sahputra
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connecting a 2.4 mhz device to a dual router
as above I want to be able to connect my 2.4mhz cameras to my sagemcom Dual Fast 5290 to them.
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-07-02T21:55:08.23+00:00
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STEVEN DEITER
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edited an answer
2026-07-02T22:14:10.84+00:00
Bulldog
4,865
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1 answer
Lenova laptop running windows 8 won't recognize wifi fiber optic
Can't connect to wifi fiber optic on Lenova laptop running windows 8
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-06-27T17:41:09.02+00:00
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RGS
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commented
2026-06-29T06:04:07.35+00:00
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Anonymous
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Network Security Key Mismatch
I'm not sure if it's relevant but about a week ago I upgraded from copper fibre to full fibre. My Windows 10 machine was perfectly happy (i.e. I hadn't needed to change my router and it still connected ok) But I've Windows 7 machine here and when I try…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-05-19T15:51:54.4866667+00:00
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John Emmas
20
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commented
2026-05-19T16:05:57.81+00:00
John Emmas
20
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2 answers
connecting to home network
I have been using this same computer for years and today I did a backup to an earlier date
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-05-12T22:00:27.99+00:00
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William Peakes
0
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commented
2026-05-14T07:24:40.58+00:00
Emma1-N
13,685
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
2 answers
Internet issues
I cannot load up internet explorer due to display a web page or connection problems I reset the PC computer HP and it still isn't letting me get on the Internet explorer what else can I do.
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-02-25T00:53:09.6466667+00:00
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Sadiqua Jones
0
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commented
2026-05-13T16:55:43.0866667+00:00
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Jack Brunt
0
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1 answer
Skype calls are disconnecting in the middle of the call
My Skype call is disconnected in the middle of the call, why is that happening?
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-05-05T20:37:27.37+00:00
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Billy Hatchette
0
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answered
2026-05-05T20:37:38.7433333+00:00
AI answer
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Connecting XP Home to the Internet
Hello I've installed XP recently and have it connected to LAN as well as email set up, I would like to know how to connect it to the wider internet.
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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conectar 2 PCs en Red
Por favor como conecto 2 PCs en red local Gracias Carlos
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-03-26T11:49:13.96+00:00
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Base2 Carlos
0
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commented
2026-03-29T00:54:30.8433333+00:00
MUSTAFA SALAH
1,900
Reputation points
1 answer
Need to find missing passwords for Windows 11 / Windows 7 network
I have a Lenovo T490 laptop running Windows11, networked to a pair of Windows 7 laptops (a Lenovo X250 and a Lenovo T450s) and also to a Windows 7 desktop. An external disc drive (named "NAS") is also in my network. I am the only user of all of…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2026-03-28T14:23:03.99+00:00
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JBK
0
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answered
2026-03-28T14:23:26.01+00:00
AI answer
1 answer
How can I turn on my Wifi on a HP Windows 8 Laptop?
hey, so randomly my wifi turned off, I’m using a HP windows 8 laptop. When I press on the networks button, it says that my wifi is off and I have no idea how to turn in back on. I don’t have any wifi drives or any of that, I tried to buy a free trial for…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2025-10-06T12:41:05.7766667+00:00
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Kell Chup
0
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answered
2025-12-23T14:45:14.5466667+00:00
Airbus A350
8,120
Reputation points
Volunteer Moderator
1 answer
How do I fix an issue with a limited connection on public wi-fi? It only happens at a certain location.
There is a coffee shop I go to where I cannot get a normal connection on their wi-fi network . I use public wi-fi frequently and it typically works fine, but at this location I only get a limited connection. I've used it there previously and they have it…
Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity
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2025-10-08T23:35:19.52+00:00
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Jim Burke
0
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answered
2025-12-23T14:41:59.7666667+00:00
Airbus A350
8,120
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