To allow your Windows PC to turn on your mobile hotspot, both devices must have Bluetooth and be paired. To connect on the other device, go to the Wi-Fi settings on that device, find your network name, select it, enter the password or scan the QR code, and then connect.

There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.

On Windows devices that have a camera, you can use it to scan a QR code to quickly connect to a Wi-Fi network without needing to manually enter network details. You may find these QR codes in public places like coffee shops, or you can scan them on another Windows device.

Fortunately, most connectivity issues can be resolved with simple troubleshooting steps. In this guide, we'll explore a range of solutions to help you fix Wi-Fi problems in Windows, providing clear and detailed instructions for effective troubleshooting.

Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.

If your drivers came in the form of an executable (or .EXE) file (or if that's all you see once you open the .ZIP), you may just need to open that file to install the drivers.

At the command prompt, type netsh wlan show wlanreport. This will generate a wireless network report that’s saved as an HTML file, which you can open in your favorite web browser. The report shows all the Wi-Fi events from the last three days and groups them by Wi-Fi connection sessions.

Get Help has troubleshooters you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Start to run that troubleshooter.

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To connect your portable or desktop device to your wireless network, it must have a wireless network adapter. Most laptops and tablets—and some desktops—come with a wireless network adapter already installed. To check whether your Windows device has a wireless network adapter: