Wireless networks have meant a before and after in society and technology as we know it now. They are pure versatility and you can connect to a network with just a WiFi receiver. Being able to navigate without the need for cables was something unthinkable years ago, and now it is a reality that we are more than used to. Operating systems have several ways to connect to a WiFi network and today, we are here to explain how you can do it through the CMD command line.
The Windows 10 operating system has several ways to configure a WiFi network, all of which can help us to have an Internet connection. Surely you already know the most conventional ones, but today, we are here to tell you about an alternative method that, perhaps, you have never tried yet. You will learn to connect to a Wi-Fi network through the CMD command line , a fast, simple and effective system in equal parts.
Contents
- 1How to connect Windows 10 to a WiFi network?
- 2Connect to a WiFi network by CMD
- 3Connect to a network with the taskbar
How to connect Windows 10 to a WiFi network?
In order to connect to a network, it will be essential that you have a Wi-Fi receiver and that you are within the area where it is effective. In addition, the device must have the correct drivers to be able to connect and be compatible with it. Once you have verified this, you will be able to connect to a network without any problem, you only need to know how and in the next point, we will show you how.
Connect to a WiFi network by CMD
Windows 10 has the netsh tool and it allows you to manage wireless adapters and networks from your device. However, you should keep in mind that this tool only allows you to connect to networks that have already been connected to the computer in the past. In order to do so, you must follow these steps:
- Access the Windows search barand type Command Prompt, also known as
- In the first option right click, and select “Run as administrator”.
- You will see that a command box opens where you can continue with the procedure.
- In the command box, type the following code netsh wlan show profileand press Enter .
- All the networks that you have registered in the computer will be shown, write down the SSID, that is, the name of the network.
- To connect the computer to one of these networks, you must type the following code netsh wlan connect ssid= SSID(Network Name) name=WiFi Profile(repeat the network name), then press the «Enter» key .
- Let it process and after all this, you will see that the computer automatically connects to the WiFi network that you wanted to connect.
If you see that the network does not connect, check the code and the name of the network, remember that a small writing error can disable the command that we are using and with it, the computer will not be able to connect to the network normally.
Connect to a network with the taskbar
If this first option seems complicated to you and you want to try other methods first, the taskbar can be your best ally to achieve it. Windows 10 offers the possibility to connect to a network using the taskbar and this is one of the most used and simple methods today. It rarely fails and you just have to follow these simple steps:
- Click on the wireless connectionin the taskbar, you will find this icon at the bottom right of your screen.
- Select the network you want to connect to and wait for the connection to become effective.
- You can select the automatically connectfunction so that the computer connects when it detects the network. Reserve this option for secure connections, such as your home or workplace.
- It will ask you for the WiFi network credentials, many times the password and network name are found on the same router.
- Wait for it to connect to the network.
If you have put the password correctly, which can be somewhat complicated with the numbers and combinations that they usually include, the connection will be effective. This connection will be maintained until you leave the radius reaching the WiFi receiver or until you decide to disconnect. Remember that if you have pressed the Connect automatically option , the device will reconnect as soon as it detects the network in a stable way.
These are two of the many methods that you will find available to connect to a WiFi network, you can try the first one and if you see that it is complicated, give the second a chance. These methods will help you get online effectively in Windows 10 and you can enjoy a connected computer with hardly any hassle. In addition, it will be essential that you remember that not all WiFi networks are equally secure, if a network is public, for example in restaurants or libraries, it may be less secure than a private one. Set your computer to automatically connect only to those you know you can trus