How to reset Windows 10 internet settings

That is, now, if there are any problems with network and Internet operations and provided that they are caused by incorrect settings, then these network problems can be solved very fast.

As you perform the following steps, note that after resetting network and Internet settings, all network settings will return to the state they were in when you first installed Windows 10. That is, if your connection requires you to enter any parameters manually, you will have to repeat them.

Important: Resetting network settings does not necessarily fix existing problems with the Internet. In some cases even aggravating them. Follow the steps described only if you are ready for such a development.

Reset Network and Internet Settings in Windows 10 Settings

As you perform the following steps, note that after resetting network and Internet settings, all network settings will return to the state they were in when you first installed Windows 10. That is, if your connection requires you to enter any parameters manually, you will have to repeat them.

To reset network settings, network adapter settings, and other components in Windows 10, follow these simple steps.

1. Go to Start  menu  >  Settings , hidden behind the gear icon (or press Win + I key ).
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2. Select ' Network and Internet ', then select ' Status '.
3. At the bottom of the network status page, click ' Reset Network '.
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4. Click ' Reset now '.
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5. Select Yes in the network reset confirmation window. This will begin the process of resetting and restarting your computer.

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6. You will receive a warning when your computer is about to restart. You'll have plenty of time to save your work and close all applications.

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7. When your computer restarts, you'll notice that your network connection isn't working. This is because your network card has reset and released the previous connection. Just select the network icon, select the network you want to reconnect to, and select  Connect  .

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8. If your TCP/IP settings are set to  auto-discover  , your network connection will detect the appropriate network settings and connect to the internet without any problems.

After clicking the button, you will need to confirm resetting network settings and wait a while until the computer restarts.

After restarting and connecting to the network, Windows 10, as well as after installation, will ask you if this computer is detected on the network (i.e. public or private network), then the setup process The repetition can be considered complete.

Note: this process will remove all network adapters and reinstall them in the system. If you've had problems installing drivers for your network card or Wi-Fi adapter in the past, they're likely to happen again.

Isabella Humphrey

Update 05 October 2023