How to Allow Microsoft Edge to Access the Network in Your Firewall in Windows 7?

To allow Microsoft Edge to access the network through your Windows 7 firewall, follow these steps:

1. Open Control Panel: Click the Start button, then select "Control Panel."

2. Navigate to System and Security: In Control Panel, click on "System and Security."

3. Access Windows Firewall: Under "System and Security," click on "Windows Firewall."

4. Allow an App through Windows Firewall: In the Windows Firewall window, click on "Allow a program or feature through Windows Firewall" (or "Allow an app through Windows Firewall" - the wording may vary slightly).

5. Change Settings: If the settings are grayed out, click the "Change settings" button. You may need administrative privileges to do this.

6. Allow Another App: Click the "Allow another program..." (or "Allow another app...") button.

7. Browse for Microsoft Edge: Click the "Browse..." button. Navigate to the location of the Microsoft Edge executable file (msedge.exe). The typical location is: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application. Select the msedge.exe file.

8. Add Microsoft Edge: Click "Add." This will add Microsoft Edge to the list of allowed programs.

9. Ensure Edge is Checked: Make sure the checkbox next to Microsoft Edge is checked for both "Private" and "Public" networks (or whichever network types are relevant to your situation). This will allow Edge to access the network on both private (like your home network) and public (like a coffee shop's Wi-Fi) networks.

10. Confirm Changes: Click "OK" to save the changes.

After completing these steps, Microsoft Edge should be able to access the network without being blocked by the Windows Firewall. If you are still experiencing issues, you may need to check if any third-party firewalls or security software are blocking Edge. You might also try restarting your computer.