How to Prevent Windows from Connecting to Unsecured Wireless Networks

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click the "Start" button.

   It is in the lower left corner of the Desktop.
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   Step 2: Select "Control Panel" from the menu.

   A window with a list of settings will appear. ,,, , Right click on an Unsecured network, then click on "Properties."
   
   Then click on "OK" to save your settings.
   
   Repeat the steps to uncheck the box for any other unsecured networks on the list. , Then, click "Connect" on your desired security-enabled network.
   
   In Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, then "Connect to." A list titled "Show" will appear.
   
   Click on "Wireless." For Windows XP, click on "Start." Go to "Control Panel," then choose "Network and Internet Connections." Select "Network Connections." Look in the left pane of the window for "Network Tasks." Click on "View available wireless networks" below it. ,, Congratulations! You are now connected to a secure wireless network.
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   Step 3: Click on "Network and Internet" settings.

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   Step 4: Click on "Network and Sharing Center".

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   Step 5: On the left pane

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   Step 6: click on the option "Manage wireless networks."

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   Step 7: Look for those networks where the Security is "Unsecured."

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   Step 8: Make sure that the box next to "Connect automatically when this network is in range

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   Step 9: " is not checked.

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    Step 10: On the lower right hand of the taskbar

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    Step 11: click on the "Network" icon (denoted by the signal bars) to see the list of available wireless networks.

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    Step 12: Enter the password if prompted

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    Step 13: then click "OK." A window will appear

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    Step 14: showing the connection being established.

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    Step 15: If successful

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    Step 16: the Wireless Network Connection will show the "Connected" notification.

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