I'm having trouble connecting my computer to the WiFi in my house. Everyone else here, including three computers, two consoles, and a TV, can connect just fine. Earlier, we had to reset the router due to someone else having connection issues, and since then, my computer's been unable to find the router. I've reset the router again, and while it showed up once for a minute, it quickly disappeared from the connections list again. I've noticed some unfamiliar connections popping up, and even after unchecking the 'connect automatically' option for them, they still appear. I'm currently using my phone as a hotspot to get by. I'm not super tech-savvy, so if you need more details, just ask! I did manage to reinstall the drivers for my WiFi dongle, and that seemed to fix the issue temporarily. I'll keep you updated if it doesn't last for at least a week.
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Awesome to hear you fixed it by reinstalling the drivers! Sometimes software updates can mess things up without you realizing. If the issue comes back, try running these commands in the Command Prompt as Admin: `ipconfig /release`, `ipconfig /renew`, and `ipconfig /flushdns`, then restart your PC. It can help refresh your network settings. Also, try restarting the router with all other devices turned off, then connect your computer first and see if that works.
I think your case highlights the Rubber Duck debugging phenomenon. Explaining a problem can spark a solution! It's funny how talking it out can lead to resolutions like reinstalling drivers. And yeah, 'dongle/wifi connector thingy' is a classic tech term, very relatable!
Have you checked if your device is blocked from the router's settings? Sometimes routers can accidentally block devices, which might explain why it doesn’t connect even when the others do.
Nice job with the driver update! For the future, if you’re using a dongle and have ongoing issues, you might check the channel number. While connected to your mobile hotspot, take note of the channel and set your router to the same one—it can sometimes help with connections.
Interesting situation with the router disappearing after a reset. Just so you know, some devices struggle with MFP (802.11w) settings on routers. It can make devices not see the access point even if they're close. Reinstalling those drivers probably helped re-enable proper support for it!
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