Is it possible to bring back Windows 7 Network Manager to Windows 8?

superjose

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Hi all. I've been astonished about how wireless is managed in Windows 8. I find it very unproductive that part of the taskbar is covered when selecting a Wireless/wired network.

Is there a way to bring the Windows 7 Manager back?
Or is there a way to chop off part of the metro bar that comes up, so it doesn't take up part of the taskbar?

Thanks a lot guys! :p
 

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If you use the control panel, it's same as win7 or have I misunderstood you?
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  • OS
    Win 8.1
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    Acer Aspire E1-571
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    i5-3230m
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    Acer Type-2
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Hi all. I've been astonished about how wireless is managed in Windows 8. I find it very unproductive that part of the taskbar is covered when selecting a Wireless/wired network.

Is there a way to bring the Windows 7 Manager back?
Or is there a way to chop off part of the metro bar that comes up, so it doesn't take up part of the taskbar?

Thanks a lot guys! :p

Type ncpa.cpl in the Run dialog box, and you can access Windows 7 style connection manager as per brummyfan said. :D
 

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System One

  • OS
    Windows 8 RP, Windows 7
    System Manufacturer/Model
    HP / Compaq 610
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Duo
    Screen Resolution
    1300x768
I think he means "Manage Wireless Connections".

Got it working ok in the previous build.

I haven't the slightest idea why they have removed or possibly hidden it.

Given up trying to figure them out.
 

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System One

  • OS
    7/8/ubuntu/Linux Deepin
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
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