Additionally, this issue might prevent some devices from connecting to the internet using applications that use WinHTTP or WinINet. The release notes for the update read:Īddresses an issue that might display a limited or no internet connection status in the notification area on devices that use a manual or auto-configured proxy, especially with a virtual private network (VPN).
'An out-of-band optional update is now available on the Microsoft Update Catalog to address a known issue whereby devices using a proxy, especially those using a virtual private network (VPN), might show limited or no internet connection status,' a Microsoft support document for the update reads. It also prevented some apps from connecting to the internet. The issue caused Windows to show a limited or no connection status with manual or auto-configured proxies. Microsoft today pushed out a new optional Windows 10 update meant to fix internet connection issues that were reported by VPN and proxy users last week.
