Fix Windows Update Connection Timeout Due to Proxy Settings - PowerShell Cannot Connect to Network Drive: Access Denied Fix-Windows Defender Connectivity Troubleshooting Guide
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.
Extra verification checklist
- Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
- Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
- Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.