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Disable Ad Hoc Connections on Your Laptop v.1

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Final Step to Change Advanced Network Access
Just click OK and you will now have your wireless network connections operating in a more secure manner.

Repeat this process for all wireless network connections that you have on your laptop.

Remember:
When you aren't using your Wi-Fi to disable it using through the Wi-Fi software or the ON/OFF switch on your laptop. Make it part of your routine that when you are finishing using Wi-Fi that you shut it down completely on your laptop. You will keep your data protected better and help extend the life of your laptop battery.

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