How to Fix Windows Not Connecting to Internet

Fix Windows internet connection issues with network troubleshooting, driver updates, DNS resets, and adapter configuration steps.

1. Run Windows Network Troubleshooter. Right-click the network icon in the system tray and select Troubleshoot problems. Windows will automatically scan for common network issues and attempt repairs. Follow any prompts to complete recommended fixes.
2. Reset Network Adapters. Open Command Prompt as administrator and run these commands in sequence: netsh winsock reset, then netsh int ip reset, then ipconfig /flushdns. Restart your computer after running all three commands to apply the network stack reset.
3. Update Network Adapter Drivers. Open Device Manager by pressing Windows+X and selecting Device Manager. Expand Network adapters, right-click your network adapter, and select Update driver. Choose Search automatically for drivers and let Windows install the latest version.
4. Configure DNS Settings. Open Settings > Network & Internet > Change adapter options. Right-click your connection and select Properties. Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Select Use the following DNS server addresses and enter 8.8.8.8 as preferred and 8.8.4.4 as alternate DNS servers.
5. Disable and Re-enable Network Adapter. In Device Manager under Network adapters, right-click your network adapter and select Disable device. Wait 10 seconds, then right-click again and select Enable device. Windows will reinitialize the adapter with fresh settings.
6. Reset Windows Network Settings. Open Settings > Network & Internet > Status. Click Network reset at the bottom of the page. Select Reset now and confirm. Your computer will restart and all network adapters will be removed and reinstalled with default settings.