# How to Disconnect Ethernet
## Εισαγωγή
Ethernet is a widely used technology for wired network connections. Ωστόσο, there may be situations where you need to disconnect your Ethernet connection, such as troubleshooting network issues or switching to a different network. Σε αυτό το άρθρο, we will guide you through the process of disconnecting Ethernet on various devices.
## Disconnecting Ethernet on Windows
### Step 1: Open Network and Sharing Center
– Click on the network icon in the system tray.
– Select \”Open Network and Sharing Center.\”
### Step 2: Change Adapter Settings
– In the Network and Sharing Center, click on \”Change adapter settings\” on the left sidebar.
### Step 3: Disable Ethernet Connection
– Right-click on the Ethernet connection you want to disconnect.
– Select \”Disable\” from the context menu.
## Disconnecting Ethernet on MacOS
### Step 1: Open Network Preferences
– Click on the Apple menu and select \”System Preferences.\”
– Click on \”Network.\”
### Step 2: Select Ethernet
– From the left sidebar, select \”Ethernet.\”
### Step 3: Disconnect Ethernet
– Click on the \”Disconnect\” button.
## Disconnecting Ethernet on Linux
### Step 1: Open Network Settings
– Click on the network icon in the system tray.
– Select \”Network Settings\” or \”Edit Connections.\”
### Step 2: Select Ethernet Connection
– In the Network Settings window, select the Ethernet connection you want to disconnect.
### Step 3: Disable Ethernet Connection
– Click on the \”Off\” or \”Disable\” button to disconnect the Ethernet connection.
## Disconnecting Ethernet on Mobile Devices
### Android:
– Go to \”Settings\” on your device.
– Tap on \”Network & internet\” or \”Wireless & Networks.\”
– Select \”Ethernet\” or \”Ethernet/Wired.\”
– Tap on the toggle switch to disable the Ethernet connection.
### iOS:
– Go to \”Settings\” on your iPhone or iPad.
– Tap on \”Wi-Fi.\”
– Swipe left on the Ethernet network you want to disconnect.
– Tap on \”Forget This Network.\”
## συμπέρασμα
Disconnecting Ethernet connections is a straightforward process on different devices. Follow the steps outlined in this article to disconnect Ethernet on Windows, MacOS, Linux, and mobile devices. Remember to disable the Ethernet connection only when necessary, and re-enable it when you need to reconnect to the network.
