If the Wi-Fi icon on the toolbar does not show the list of all the available networks this post will help you fix the issue. The fastest way to find and connect to networks in your area is by clicking ...

Your network card is likely fine if the Wi-Fi icon is missing. Use these troubleshooting steps to quickly bring it back.

I can set this to "always hide" in the taskbar properties, but it shows again each time the PC restarts or comes out of standby. Device is a netbook that is used almost exclusively in wireless mode, ...