Here are a few options for a social media or blog post, depending on where you plan to post it (Facebook, LinkedIn, a tech forum, or a blog).

Revisit the services.msc method above and ensure WLAN AutoConfig is completely disabled. Also, in the TP-Link utility, go to Settings > uncheck "Use Windows to manage Wi-Fi".

Windows WLAN service is still running, causing conflict.

If your desktop PC is connected via Ethernet, your TP-Link adapter can act as a virtual router. The TP-Link utility makes this process one-click, whereas Windows 10 requires command-line work (netsh wlan commands).

This works for basic internet browsing. Simply install the driver only, then click the network icon in the taskbar. You lose advanced features like hotspot creation and signal graphs.