How to Connect to the Internet Wirelessly in Windows 7

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Last Updated: June 6, 2022

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This article will show you how to connect to WiFi in Windows 7.

1

Click the WiFi icon.

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The notification area is usually at the bottom-right corner of your screen on the taskbar.

2

Select a network to connect to.

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All of the networks in-range will appear here.

3

Click the "Connect" button.

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If a password is not required to join, you'll be connected instantly.

4

Enter the network's password if prompted.

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Some networks allow you to connect by pressing a button on the router. If this is the case, a message explaining this will show in the connection box.

5

Click "OK" to initiate the connection.

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Once you're connected, you can browse the web.

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My Windows 7 PC won't connect to the internet. How can I troubleshoot that?

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Right-click on the WiFi/Internet icon in the taskbar and select "Troubleshoot problems." Any problems should be found by the troubleshooter and some may be fixed.

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What if the network we want to connect is not on the list, even though it is really close to the PC?

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Try rebooting the cablemodem. After it's fully reset, do a "Refresh" on the wireless network list. If it still doesn't show up, reboot your computer.

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WiFi is not even an option on my Windows, why is that?

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What Windows do you have? Also, your network adapter might not be compatible with WiFi. You might need to either buy a new network card or check if there is a specific adapter that might be used.

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How to Connect to the Internet Wirelessly in Windows 7

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Click the WiFi icon.

Select a network to connect to.

Click the "Connect" button.

Enter the network's password if prompted.

Click "OK" to initiate the connection.

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