network connections

[Scottie4]

In network connections I have 2 network adapters. Network 2 has a red cross in it, network 3 is connected. I want to use network 2 and thought if I disabled network 3 this would work, but it hasn't. 

If I uninstall network 3, will I then be able to use network 2 or will I be left with no internet?

[licquorice]

What type of adapter are network 2 and  3, Ethernet or WiFi , are they both connected. Why do you wish to use one adapter rather than the other?

[Scottie4]

they are ethernet. Network 2 has my antivirus name on it, not sure what 3 is

[licquorice]

Do they both have Ethernet cables plugged in?

[Scottie4]

No there is only one ethernet port on my cpu. Network 3 is using it

[licquorice]

So why do you want use network 2, which doesn't have a connection?

[Scottie4]

because it has my antivirus name on it, network 3 has realtek on it, which I know nothing about.

[licquorice · Accepted solution]

That is the manufacturer of the NIC.  Just use that.

[Scottie4]

Thank you for your help. Things are a little clearer now.