Connect your computer to the hidden Wi-Fi network on your computer or laptop.

Connecting to a hidden Wi-Fi network is a very interesting way to access a private network without anyone asking. This method is very useful for those who have a Wi-Fi network but don't want to share internet with their neighbors. The article below provides a complete guide on how to connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network on your computer or laptop.

GUIDE TO CONNECTING TO HIDDEN WIFI, CONNECTING TO A HIDDEN WIFI NETWORK

Step 1: If it's a hidden Wi-Fi network, its information will naturally not be exposed. Therefore, you need information such as the Network ID (SSID) and security code (WEP/WPA-PSK) to connect to the hidden Wi-Fi network.

If the hidden Wi-Fi network you want to connect to doesn't have a security code set up, you only need the Network ID (SSID).

Step 2: Right-click on the network icon in the system tray and select Open Network and Sharing Center .

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Step 3: Select "Set up a new connection or network" to set up a new network on your computer.

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Step 4: Select "Manually connect to a wireless network" to connect to the hidden Wi-Fi network.

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Step 5: In the "Manually connect to a wireless network" window, fill in the information you prepared earlier as follows:

Network name : Enter the Network ID (SSID)

Security type : Choose the security method that the hidden Wi-Fi network will set up.

Encryption type : The system will automatically determine this; you don't need to worry about it.

Security key : Enter your password or security code (WEP/WPA-PSK) here.

Step 6: After filling in all the information, you can check the following two options:

Start this connection automatically : Automatically connect to this hidden Wi-Fi network.

Connect even when the network is not broadcasting : Connect even when this hidden Wi-Fi network is not online (If you check this option, your computer's privacy will be compromised).

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Press Next to complete the setup for the hidden Wi-Fi connection.

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Step 7: A dialog box will inform you that you have successfully connected to the hidden Wi-Fi network. Click Close.

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Step 8: Check the Wi-Fi connection section; you should see that your computer is connected to the hidden Wi-Fi network and you can use it normally.

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In summary, TipsMake has completed the guide on connecting to a hidden WiFi network on your computer. Accessing a hidden WiFi network gives you a more discreet option for "hiding" your WiFi network. This is also a method of securing your WiFi network to prevent hackers from attacking your computer network. If you don't have a WiFi router, you can also use your computer as a WiFi hotspot instead of buying one. In case your computer network has problems, or specifically if you encounter a WiFi error with an exclamation mark , you should fix it immediately.

Furthermore, it's inevitable that users will encounter errors when connecting to Wi-Fi on their computers, especially with newer Windows versions like Windows 10, which has a more user-friendly interface. If you're one of those users experiencing this, our previous guide on how to connect to Wi-Fi on Windows 10 will help you connect and access the internet quickly.


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