Fix PowerShell Invoke-WebRequest Network Errors Behind a Proxy - How to Fix 'File Locked by Another Process' Error in PowerShell-Fix Remote Desktop Error 0x204: Connection Failed

Updated 2026-06-15 14:29:18cloud-software
Fix PowerShell Invoke-WebRequest Network Errors Behind a Proxy - How to Fix 'File Locked by Another Process' Error in PowerShell-Fix Remote Desktop Error 0x204: Connection Failed
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.