Windows 11 Users Encounter Wi-Fi Woes: Microsoft Acknowledges Bug and Calls for Assistance

In response to a surge in reports regarding Wi-Fi connectivity issues on Windows 11, Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in its KB5032288 update. Users have reported difficulties connecting some Wi-Fi adapters to specific networks, with additional complaints surfacing after the installation of cumulative update KB5033375 on December 12, as noted by Bleeping Computer.

Microsoft’s online document stated, “Microsoft has received reports of an issue in which some Wi-Fi adapters might not connect to some networks after installing KB5032288. As reported, you are more likely to be affected by this issue if you are attempting to connect to an enterprise, education, or public Wi-Fi network using 802.1x authentication. This issue is not likely to occur on home networks.”

While users solely connecting to their home networks may remain unaffected, students on school networks or employees working from offices might encounter disruptions. Microsoft aims to release a fix in the coming days, but in the meantime, affected users can contribute to a prompt resolution by following specific steps outlined by the company.

To assist in fixing the Windows 11 bug swiftly, Microsoft recommends the following reporting process:

1. Launch Feedback Hub by opening the Start menu and typing “Feedback hub” or pressing the Windows key + F.
2. Fill in the “Summarize your feedback” and “Explain in more detail” boxes, then click Next.
3. Under the “Choose a category” section, ensure the “Problem” button, “Network and Internet” category, and “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network” subcategory are all selected. Click Next.
4. Under the “Find similar feedback” section, select the “Make new bug” radio button and click Next.
5. Under the “Add more details” section, supply any relevant detail (Note this is not critical to addressing your issue).
6. Expand the “Recreate my problem” box and press “Start recording”. Reproduce the issue on your device.
7. Press “Stop recording” once finished. Click the “Submit” button.

Additionally, users experiencing severe disruptions in work or school-related activities due to the Wi-Fi bug may consider rolling back to a previous build of Windows 11. To do so, follow these instructions:

1. Open the Windows start menu, search for “Windows Update,” then go to Update history > Uninstall updates.
2. On the list of installed updates, select KB5033375 (or KB50532288), and then click the Uninstall button next to it.
3. After the update is uninstalled, restart the computer.

The resolution progress will be reported as soon as Microsoft addresses the issue.