Windows 10 public network by default?

[AntonyKoutsos]

So i just found out after some months of using windows 10 that the network is public. My PC is connetcted with ethernet cable and i use the wifi for my phone. I am sure that i didnt set it up as public is it by default public? Also how does this affects me, i guess not by much since i wasnt able to find out about it until now.

 

[RealBeast]

Public is the most secure for each device so it is the default, and if you just noticed it is not an issue.

If you want to easily share files you would want the Home network choice.

 

[AntonyKoutsos]

Public is the most secure for each device, so no if you just noticed it is not an issue. If you want to easily share files you would want the Home network choice.

I guessed that it was from default since it was the only PC since its only some months that i use this network and PC. Also one more thing, considering the firewall. Does the network affect the firewall options? I am just wondering because i get the pop-up window asking me to allow a program(mostly for games) or not(i guess cant remember exactly what it said) and has two options. Allow private networks , allow public networks(not recommended) i usually just check both or leave it as it is(the second option only). Havent noticed a difference though.

 

[RealBeast]

You can allow access through the firewall on home, work, or public networks; so that is the same for all of them.

 

[AntonyKoutsos]

You can allow access through the firewall on home, work, or public networks; so that is the same for all of them.

I see thanks for the info. Saved me a lot of trouble.