How to Disable Proxy Server on Internet Explorer
Are you experiencing issues with your Internet Explorer browser, and you suspect that the proxy server settings might be causing the problem? Disabling the proxy server on Internet Explorer can help resolve connectivity issues and improve your browsing experience. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to disable the proxy server on Internet Explorer.
Step 1: Open Internet Explorer
First, launch Internet Explorer on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Internet Explorer icon on your desktop or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 2: Access Internet Options
Once Internet Explorer is open, click on the gear icon located in the upper-right corner of the window. This will open the Tools menu. From the menu, select “Internet Options.”
Step 3: Go to the Connections Tab
In the Internet Options window, you will see several tabs at the top. Click on the “Connections” tab to access the proxy settings.
Step 4: Disable the Proxy Server
Under the “Connections” tab, you will find the “LAN Settings” button. Click on it to open the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings window. In this window, uncheck the “Use a proxy server” option. If you have any proxy server addresses listed, delete them by clicking on the “Delete” button.
Step 5: Apply and Close
After making the necessary changes, click “OK” to apply the changes and close the LAN Settings window. Then, click “OK” again to close the Internet Options window.
Step 6: Restart Internet Explorer
To ensure that the changes take effect, restart Internet Explorer. You can do this by closing the browser and then opening it again.
By following these simple steps, you should now have successfully disabled the proxy server on Internet Explorer. This should resolve any connectivity issues you were experiencing and allow you to browse the internet without any interruptions. If you need to enable the proxy server in the future, you can follow the same steps and check the “Use a proxy server” option, entering the appropriate proxy server address.
