How do I enable Wi-Fi on my Computer?

If you're using a PC, this process may differ slightly depending on the version of Windows you are using.

Enabling Wi-Fi on Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 or 10:

1. Press the Windows Key + R at the same time.
2. Type ‘Control Panel’ into the Run dialogue that appears, and press OK.
3. In the top right of the Control Panel open the View dropdown menu and select the Category option.
4. Select Network and Internet.
5. Choose Network and Sharing Center.
6. From the left column chose Change adapter settings.
7. Right click on your WiFi adapter (it will be called something like Wi-Fi, WAN or Wireless Network Connection), then select Enable.

Additional Steps For Windows 10:

1. Right-click on the Windows Logo on the bottom left of the desktop.
2. Select ‘Network Connections’.
3. Click on WiFi and move the toggle switch to the ON position.

If your device does not have a Wi-Fi Adapter, there will be no Wireless Network Connection available.

Enabling WiFi on Windows XP:

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Select Control Panel.
3. In the left side pane of the Control Panel select Switch to Category View if it is available. If this option is not available go straight to step 4.
4. Select Network and Internet Connections.
5. Choose Network Connections.
6. Right click on your WiFi adapter (it could be called either Wi-Fi, WAN or Wireless Network Connection), and select Enable.

If your device does not have a Wi-Fi Adapter, there will be no Wireless Network Connection available.