How to Disable Internet Connection (Windows)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Start menu.

   To do so, you can either click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen, or you can press your computer's ⊞ Win key.
   
   The Start menu will load with your mouse cursor in the "Search" field.
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   Step 2: Type in cmd.

   This will bring up the Command Prompt icon, which resembles a black box. , It's at the top of the Start search window.
   
   Doing this will invoke a drop-down menu. , This option will allow you to make substantial changes to your computer's settings from Command Prompt, including turning off the Internet for your device. , After doing so, Command Prompt will open with your mouse cursor loaded inside of it. , This command prevents your computer's Wi-Fi receiver from connecting to the Internet. , Doing so will run your command, thus disabling your Internet connection.
   
   If you want to re-enable your connection, type ipconfig /renew into Command Prompt and press ↵ Enter.
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   Step 3: Right-click the "Command Prompt" icon.

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   Step 4: Click Run as administrator.

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   Step 5: Click Yes when prompted.

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   Step 6: Type in ipconfig /release.

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   Step 7: Press ↵ Enter.

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