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Windows Firewall Blocking Internet connection.

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andre2

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I have a problem with Windows Firewall not allowing me to connect to the internet. I cannot even connect to online help. I cannot get Windows updates.
It is very frustrating. The error code I see the most is 8024402C
Since trying to upgrade to Windows 10 and rolling it back to Windows 7 (64) (Home) due to not being able to connect to internet. I have this HSS DNS Leak Rule problem.
Thanks for any qualified help that helps me solve this problem.
 
Perform steps mentioned below and see if it helps:
a: On the Start screen, type cmd. Alternatively,click Search, and then type c.
b: Tap or click cmd in the search results.
c: At the command prompt, type the following commands, and press Enter after each command:
net start bits
net start wuauserv

let me know what happens
 


When I type in 'net start bits' It says 'Acess Denied'
When I type in 'wuauserv' It says 'service already running'
 
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