A network proxy is a bridge between a local (such as devices within an office or building) and an internet-connected network. It provides an extra layer of privacy, security and improves performance on a device when connected to a Wi-Fi connection or Ethernet connection.
To set up a proxy on Windows 10 you can either use the settings app or manually edit your configuration. If you are using the settings app, go to Network & Internet and select Proxy. If the Use a proxy server switch is off, you can skip this step. Otherwise, enable the switch and then fill in your proxy server’s address and port information.
If you’re using the proxy service in a business or school environment you might be asked by the IT administrator to make use of the Web Proxy Auto-Discovery Protocol (WPAD) script to configure the proxy automatically. This method is more reliable than manual configuration.
You should also deactivate any third-party programs that may interfere with or alter your network settings. This includes antivirus, VPN, and firewall programs. This is particularly helpful if the error message you are getting says “Windows could not automatically detect this network’s proxy settings.”
If all else fails you could try a reset on the system. This will eliminate any drivers or programs that have been installed since the restore point was created, allowing you to reinstall your system’s default settings. This should solve the issue which will allow alicehopper.review/board-portal-and-how-it-changes-the-performance you to connect to the internet once more without encountering an error message.