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One or more network protocols are missing on this computer error only occurs while trying to troubleshoot the network, and Windows socket entries required for network connectivity are corrupted or missing. Below we have outlined some of the factors causing this error: Winstock is a programming application that allows other network
applications to access network services. Sometimes, the Windows Network API can get corrupted, which can cause this error. Therefore, try resetting Winstock by following the steps below:- IPv6 is a new internet protocol from Microsoft that was introduced to improve performance by handling the packets more efficiently. In many scenarios, IPv6 performs better than IPv4. However, you are more prone to this issue when using IPv6. Therefore, try disabling the IPv6 by following the steps
mentioned below:
3. Enable AdapterIf, for some reason, your adapter has been disabled by a third-party application or accidentally by you, your internet won’t work, and it can trigger this error. You can fix this error by enabling the network adapter. Follow the instructions below to do so:
4. Reinstall TCP/IPTCP or Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol delivers data when the IP address is found. If the issue persists due to a problem with TCP/IP, reinstalling the TCP/IP will fix this issue. Follow the steps:
5. Reset Network Settings Via Command PromptMisconfigured Network settings can often produce this error. A properly configured network connection provides more stability than the misconfigured settings like DNS and Proxy. First, ensure you do not have any bad proxy settings enabled, as it can disconnect you from the internet and will cause this error. You can also reset the network settings by following the steps composed in this article.
6. Re-install Network DriverThe error is often produced due to corrupted and defective driver files, as they play the leading role in providing a stable and uninterrupted internet connection. To avoid this, try reinstalling the network driver as mentioned below:
7. Uninstall Third-Party AntivirusSome users have claimed that they have encountered this error while using third-party-antivirus software. Hence, if you use any third-party antivirus software, try disabling or uninstalling it to see if the error persists. If that does not work, try disabling Windows defender. Below are the steps:
8. Change Wireless Mode to 802.11gThere is an option for changing wireless mode to 802.11g in router settings, which supports WLAN among computers and other devices. It is similar to 802.11b+g+n, selected by default for most routers. According to some users, changing the wireless mode to 802.11g has fixed their issue. Here are the steps:
Kamil is a certified MCITP, CCNA (W), CCNA (S) and a former British Computer Society Member with over 9 years of experience Configuring, Deploying and Managing Switches, Firewalls and Domain Controllers also an old-school still active on FreeNode. What happens if I uninstall Internet Download Manager?The Default mode will delete all IDM components from the system and also from web browsers, meanwhile the Full uninstall option will delete all unfinished downloads, IDM download list, and IDM settings.
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