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MateoJohnson
May 11, 2026Bronze Contributor
After the Windows 11 25H2 update, I can t use any internet-connected software other than the browser
After updating to Windows 10 version 25H2, the system indicates that the network connection is working normally, but only the browser can access the internet; all other software that requires an inte...
Hellen-Charless
May 16, 2026Iron Contributor
Yes it may be caused by the Windows 10 25H2 update corrupting network settings. Since browsers work but other apps do not the issue is likely related to Winsock, firewall, proxy or network drivers.
Try these quick fixes:
Open Command Prompt as Administrator and run:
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
ipconfig and flushdns
Restart the PC afterward.
Turn OFF any VPN, proxy or third party antivirus and firewall.
Go to:
Settings Network & Internet Advanced network settings Network reset
Run:
sfc and scannow
DISM, Online,Cleanup Image and RestoreHealth
If the problem started right after 25H2 rolling back the update may also fix it.