How to change your IP address in Windows 10

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Published on Apr 23, 2024 This response is partially generated with the help of AI. It may contain inaccuracies.

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Title: How to change your IP address in Windows 10 Channel: The Geek Page Description: Learn how to change your IP address in Windows 10 with this easy tutorial.

Tutorial: How to Change Your IP Address in Windows 10

  1. Open the Settings: Click on the Start menu and select the "Settings" gear icon on the left side.

  2. Go to Network & Internet: In the Settings window, click on "Network & Internet."

  3. Select Wi-Fi or Ethernet: Depending on your connection type, choose either Wi-Fi or Ethernet from the left-hand menu.

  4. Click on Change Adapter Options: Under the "Related settings" section, click on "Change adapter options."

  5. Right-click on Your Network Connection: Find the network connection you are using, right-click on it, and select "Properties."

  6. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4): In the Properties window, locate "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" in the list, and click on it to highlight it.

  7. Click on Properties: Once you have selected TCP/IPv4, click on the "Properties" button below.

  8. Manually Set Your IP Address: In the TCP/IPv4 Properties window, select the option to "Use the following IP address." Enter the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, and DNS server addresses provided by your network administrator or ISP.

  9. Save Your Changes: After entering the new IP address information, click "OK" to save your changes.

  10. Close Settings: Close the Settings window, and your IP address in Windows 10 has been successfully changed.

Remember, changing your IP address can affect your network connection, so make sure to use the correct information provided by your network administrator or ISP.