When we use Google Chrome on our Mac computers, we sometimes experience network connectivity issues or inability to access specific websites. This may be due to the presence of proxy or fire protection settings on our computer. In this guide, I'm going to show you some easy ways to check and adjust the proxy and fire settings of Google Chrome to ensure that your network flows smoothly.

1. Check proxy settings

First of all, we need to check if there is a proxy setting on your computer, which may affect the browser's connection. Open Google Chrome, click on the menu icon in the top right corner and select "Preferences". In the left navigation bar of the settings page, click on the "Advanced" option and select "System" in the drop-down menu.

Next, in the "System Proxy" section, make sure that the "No Proxy" option is checked. If other options are checked, it may be due to certain applications or network settings. Close other applications or reconfigure your network settings to make sure that only the "No Proxy" option is checked.

2. Inspection of fire protection settings

Fireproofing is an important part of securing our computers, but sometimes it may prevent the browser from establishing a connection with a specific website. We can solve this problem by checking and adjusting the fire protection settings.

Open System Preferences and click on the Security & Privacy option. Switch to the Firewall tab in the top navigation bar. Ensure that fire protection is turned on, and then click on the "Fire Protection Options" button.

In the Firewall Options window, check if there are any rules that block Google Chrome. If there are, remove or disable those rules. If you're not sure which rules need to be removed, you can choose to restore the default settings so that fire protection will be reconfigured to its original state.

3. Clearing the browser cache

Browser cache stores some data of visited web pages, but sometimes this data may cause browser connection problems. We can try to clear the browser cache to solve this problem.

In Google Chrome, click on the menu icon and select "More Tools" > "Clear Browsing Data". In the window that opens, select the type of data you want to clear, such as "Cached images and files", and then click the "Clear data" button.

4. Checking network connectivity

Finally, if none of the above methods have solved your problem, you may need to check your internet connection. Make sure your computer is connected to an available network and try restarting your router or adjusting your network settings.

If you still can't solve the problem, it is recommended to contact your Internet Service Provider or seek help from professional technical support.

With these simple steps, we can easily check and adjust the proxy and firewall settings of Google Chrome on Mac to keep our network running smoothly. Keep in mind that different network environments may require different settings, so adjust accordingly. May you enjoy a smooth internet experience when using Google Chrome!