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March 29th, 2014 12:00

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Hi I just bought a new computer with windows 8.1, and can find no way to disable my internet connection. This is a home computer, and I don't need or want it on all the time. Is there a way to disable it short of disconnecting the Ethernet cord? Thanks
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    Posted March 29th, 2014 13:00

    Ok, you don't "need or want it on all the time", but what is the harm?  Why do you need/want to disable the Internet connection so badly?  Why not just keep it connected?

    You can disable your network connection:

    • Right-click network icon in the Notification Area (bottom-right corner), Network/Sharing Center
    • Change Adapter Settings (link on left side)
    • Right-click network connection, Disable

    Just enable to restore network connectivity.

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    Posted March 29th, 2014 14:00

    Found it. Thank you. No harm, but I have always disabled my internet when not using it.

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