Windows 10 uses network proxy settings to transfer all internet traffic through central servers instead of directly to the Internet. This is typical for businesses and schools as it protects from malicious attacks and improves security. This can also mean that users may not be connected to the internet in the event that the proxy is not working or misconfigured. This is a fairly simple issue to solve. This article will go over options for fixing the “Windows cannot recognize settings for network proxy” in Windows 10. This article will examine several different methods to fix the “Windows cannot detect network proxy settings” error in Windows 10.
To change your proxy settings on your network, open the Control Panel on your computer and then select Network and Internet then click Internet Options. When the Internet Options dialog box opens ensure that Use a proxy server is off. If you’re on a corporate or school network, make sure you check with the administrator of your system to find out what the preferred proxy settings should be.
It’s possible that a program is interfering if you can’t change your network settings via the Settings app or the traditional Internet Options dialog box. You should disable your firewall, VPN, and antivirus software until you determine which is causing the problem. If nothing else works you can try a system restore point that was made before the issues began. This will restore your system to a state before the issues began and then remove any new software or drivers that may be causing them.