Network Discovery allows a Windows computer to detect other devices on the same network. This feature is essential for accessing shared resources like folders and printers. Without it, your system cannot see or connect to other networked devices.
In Windows 11, configuring Network Discovery is done through the Control Panel. Each network profile—private, public, or domain—has its own settings. It is important to adjust these settings according to your network environment to ensure proper connectivity and security.
Properly managing Network Discovery settings prevents unauthorized access and maintains network performance. By adjusting these settings, you control whether your computer is visible to other devices on the network.
Steps to enable or disable Network Discovery in Windows 11:
- Open Control Panel's advanced sharing settings page from Windows search bar.
- Select the network profile you want to configure.
- Toggle the Network Discovery option to on or off.
- Click Save changes to apply the setting.
Mohd Shakir Zakaria is an experienced cloud architect with a strong development and open-source advocacy background. He boasts multiple certifications in AWS, Red Hat, VMware, ITIL, and Linux, underscoring his expertise in cloud architecture and system administration.
Comment anonymously. Login not required.