Intro to Computing - How the Internet Works
A user cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network and sees an error 'Authentication failed'. What is the most likely fix?
A user cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network and sees an error 'Authentication failed'. What is the most likely fix?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand 'Authentication failed' meaning
This error means the password entered does not match the Wi-Fi network password.Step 2: Identify appropriate fix
Re-entering the correct password resolves authentication errors.Final Answer:
Re-enter the correct Wi-Fi password -> Option BQuick Check:
Authentication error = Wrong password [OK]
Quick Trick: Authentication error means wrong password [OK]
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