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If I disable CHANGE ADAPTER SETTINGS, in Network and Sharing Center, can anyone hack into my laptop?

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  • Computers
  • Windows 7
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June 27, 2014 3:21:26 PM

what exactly happens if i disable adapter settings in network and sharing center? Does doing so give me a false sense of security; that is, can someone still see my computer?

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June 27, 2014 3:26:24 PM

You can disconnect your computer from a network by disabling your network adapter;
(eg: right click the "local area connection" - select "Disable")

At that point in time, nobody can see your computer on the network - you are secure.

However, you will no longer have internet access

Cheers,

Adam
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June 27, 2014 3:27:08 PM

off is off

best is to turn the system off to ensure it cannot be hacked.

Many laptops have external switches to disable WiFi... Also called Airplane Mode
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June 28, 2014 3:05:04 PM

AdamCReifsnyder said:
You can disconnect your computer from a network by disabling your network adapter;
(eg: right click the "local area connection" - select "Disable")

At that point in time, nobody can see your computer on the network - you are secure.

However, you will no longer have internet access

Cheers,

Adam


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June 28, 2014 3:05:05 PM

AdamCReifsnyder said:
You can disconnect your computer from a network by disabling your network adapter;
(eg: right click the "local area connection" - select "Disable")

At that point in time, nobody can see your computer on the network - you are secure.

However, you will no longer have internet access

Cheers,

Adam


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June 28, 2014 3:06:00 PM

Thanks Adam, right to the point. Your the best!
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