Windows 10: VPN active but on the adapter it shows as being on a public connection, am I exposed

Discus and support VPN active but on the adapter it shows as being on a public connection, am I exposed in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Device name DESKTOP-SVOCV7A Processor AMD FXtm-9370 Eight-Core Processor 4.40 GHz Installed RAM 32.0 GB Device ID 30C0F175-0788-43B7-96A7-260FCBD94694... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by kjl1956, Apr 13, 2022.

  1. KJL1956
    kjl1956 Win User

    VPN active but on the adapter it shows as being on a public connection, am I exposed


    Device name DESKTOP-SVOCV7A Processor AMD FXtm-9370 Eight-Core Processor 4.40 GHz Installed RAM 32.0 GB Device ID 30C0F175-0788-43B7-96A7-260FCBD94694 Product ID 00330-80000-00000-AA286 System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display Edition Windows 10 Pro Version 21H2 Installed on ‎11/‎27/‎2021 OS build 19044.1645 Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.4170.0 Name: Local Area Connection Description: TAP-Windows Adapter V9 Physical address MAC: 00:ff:f7:d9:97:e5 Status: Operational Maximum

    :)
     
    kjl1956, Apr 13, 2022
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  2. KNOXX29
    Knoxx29 Win User

    Vpn ( trusted Vpn)

    Hi everyone.
    I am not an expert about Vpn and that's why I would like to know if someone could list me a few trusted Vpns, I would really appreciate any suggestion/ advice.

    Thanks.
     
    Knoxx29, Apr 14, 2022
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  3. JORDAN DOM
    Jordan Dom Win User
    Vpn adapter

    Hi,

    By default, Windows 10 is designed to connect to the Internet without the need of additional VPN applications or third-party firewall applications. The concern that you have wherein you're not able to share the connection from the VPN's adapter can be caused
    by settings that need to be reconfigured. To resolve your concern, kindly answer the questions below:

    • Are you able to connect to the Internet without any issue even when not using the VPN?
    • The adapter that you mentioned, is that a device specifically for the VPN that you're using?
    • Which version and build of Windows 10 is installed on your device?

    We look forward to your response to our queries.
     
    Jordan Dom, Apr 14, 2022
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  4. CHRIS2XU
    Chris2xU Win User

    VPN active but on the adapter it shows as being on a public connection, am I exposed

    How to show VPN active Icon in the Taskbar Notification Area?

    It is quite important to be able to see at a glance, if you are connected to the network through a VPN or through an unsecured connection. I cannot find any native setting in Windows 10 which would allow me to see if a VPN is active in the Notification Area.
    I first have to hover over the Network icon or click on it to see more details.

    This question has been asked in similar ways in 2017, but never received a satisfactory solution on Microsoft Community:

    • Display VPN connection status?
    • Windows 10 - Show VPN on taskbar?

    I am not using any third party application to connect to the VPN, but using a native Windows VPN profile (IKEv2 profile from an Algo VPN server).

    What is the best way to show an active VPN connection icon in the system tray of the taskbar?
     
    Chris2xU, Apr 14, 2022
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