If you want to create a temporary Wi-Fi connection between your Mac and another device, you can create your own network from the Wi-Fi menu. Click the Wi-Fi menu and choose Create Network. Enter the details for your network, such as a network name and channel; When you create a computer-to-computer network, the menu icon changes to show a computer. When you're done, click the Wi-Fi menu again and choose Disconnect to close the network you created.

Both Windows 10 and MacOS include the option to save wireless networks you connect to, so when you are in proximity, you can easily or automatically connect to them. But there are a number of reasons why you might want Windows or macOS or OS X to forget a wireless network. Forgetting a network and reconnecting is the best first step when troubleshooting wireless network or mobile hotspot issues—it’s the wifi equivalent of a reboot.chan

Known networks can also be exploited by hackers, so it’s a good idea to purge your known networks when you know you won’t be using them again anytime soon.

Or you might want to forget a network simply to prevent guests or kids from accessing your network.

In this article, we’ll show you how to find and remove wireless networks and saved credentials.

Remove Known Wireless Networks in Windows 10

In Windows 10, the process is very easy to do. Click Start > Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi tab, then click Manage known networks.

Select the wireless network connection then click Forget.

Forget a Network in MacOS

On Apple’s macOS, open System Preferences in the Dock, then open Networks. Select the Wi-Fi tab then click Advanced.

Select the Wi-Fi tab, choose your wireless network, click the minus sign, then click OK to confirm changes. That’s it.

There are some other tips and tricks you can learn about managing your wireless networks.

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Our previous article dived into some essential tips for securing your wireless network such as, changing the default password and SSID name and choosing a secure encryption standard.

Another article you should check out is how to find your wireless network password.

The Windows 10 Anniversary Update finally makes it easy to set up and share a wireless hotspot. No more need for third party solutions; but if you are stuck on an older version of Windows, check out our article for how you can easily setup one.

For users on mobile connections, you should check out our handy article for managing mobile data.

So that’s a quick look at managing your known wireless networks. If you have any questions or thoughts, leave a comment below.

Connect to Wi-Fi

You can use the Wi-Fi menu to quickly connect to a nearby wireless network.

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon ( or ) in the menu bar.
  2. If Wi-Fi is off, choose 'Turn Wi-Fi on.'
  3. Select a nearby Wi-Fi network from the list.

If you don't see your network listed, make sure it's nearby and that others can connect to it. It could also be a 'hidden' network. You can connect to a hidden network by choosing 'Join other network' and entering the name of the network you're trying to use.

The strength of each nearby network is shown next to its name. More darkened bars indicate a stronger network connection.

Enter your password

Networks that have a lock icon next to their name require a password. After you select your network, enter the network password when you're prompted. If you don't know the network password, check with the owner of the Wi-Fi network you're trying to join.

Use a cellular device as your Wi-Fi connection

Depending on your cellular plan, your iPhone or iPad with cellular can share its Internet connection with your Mac. When your iOS device is configured properly and is near your Mac, it appears in the Wi-Fi menu as an available connection.

When you select a cellular device as your Internet connection, the menu icon changes to indicate your Mac is currently linked to the device ( ).

Turn Wi-Fi on or off

If you're in an environment where Wi-Fi isn't permitted (like on some airline flights) you can quickly turn off Wi-Fi from this menu.

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar.
  2. Choose 'Turn Wi-Fi off.'

When Wi-Fi is turned off, the menu icon changes to and empty indicator ( ). When you're ready to use Wi-Fi again, click the menu icon and choose 'Turn Wi-Fi on.' Then connect to the network you want to join if your Mac doesn't join it automatically.

If you don't see the Wi-Fi menu

You can enable and disable the Wi-Fi menu from the Network pane of System Preferences.

  1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.
  2. Click Network in the System Preferences window.
  3. Select Wi-Fi in the list of available network connections.
  4. Select (check) the option to 'Show Wi-Fi status in menu bar.'

Create a network

If you want to create a temporary Wi-Fi connection between your Mac and another device, you can create your own network from the Wi-Fi menu.

  1. Click the Wi-Fi menu and choose Create Network.
  2. Enter the details for your network, such as a network name and channel

When you create a computer-to-computer network, the menu icon changes to show a computer (). When you're done, click the Wi-Fi menu again and choose Disconnect to close the network you created.