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How to Disable NetBIOS in Windows 10

Try 3 expert-tested methods to turn it off

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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NetBIOS is a somewhat obsolete broadband protocol. Yet, despite its vulnerabilities, NetBIOS is still enabled by default for network adapters in Windows.

Some users might prefer to turn off the NetBIOS protocol. This is how users can disable NetBIOS in Windows 10.

How can I turn off NetBIOS on my Windows 10 device?

How can I turn off NetBIOS on my Windows 10 device?

1. Select the Disable NetBIOS over TCP/IP Option

  1. Open the WinX menu by pressing theWindowskey +Xhotkey.

  2. SelectRunfrom the list of options.

3.Entercontrol.exe /name Microsoft.NetworkAndSharingCenterin the Open box, and then click theOKbutton.

  1. Then clickChange adapter settingsin the Control Panel applet that opens. TheNetwork Connectionswindow will open on the screen.

5.Right-click a network adapter there to selectProperties.

6.Select Internet Protocol Version 4, and then press thePropertiesbutton.

  1. Click theAdvancedbutton to open the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window.

8.Then select the WINS tab shown directly below.

  1. Select theDisable NetBIOS over TCP/IPradio button.

  2. Press theOKbutton.

The NetBIOS over TCP/IP networking protocol can be easily turned off on your Windows 10 PC using built-in Network settings.

All you need to do is disable the NetBIOS option via the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window, and the protocol will no longer be used.

If yourWinX menu is not working on Windows 10and you cannot use it to apply our solution, check out our dedicated guide to find out how to fix it.

2. Turn off NetBIOS via Command Prompt

3. Edit the Registry

So, there’s more than one way to disable NetBIOS in Windows. Users can choose whichever method they prefer.

Let us know in the comments field below whether you were successful in following our guide in order to turn off NetBIOS on your devices.

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Matthew Adams

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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.

He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.

In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.

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