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If it cant get a connection, then Excel wont display anything on the Data ribbon.

Even worksheets already setup with Stock or Geo links show errors instead of updating.

Excel doesnt try to connect with the data servers after the failure at startup.

The Queries and Sort ribbon sections get pushed aside and Data Types appear between them.

Normally if a feature isnt available, that button or option is just greyed out, not removed completely.

The ribbon section and entire feature stops working without explanation or information, let alone help.

Either a connection problem to Microsofts servers or a failure in Excel.

Theres no way to tell because there are no error messages or other clues Grrr.

Closing and restarting Excel or Windows completely is enough to force Excel to try connecting again.

Or in a country that limits or censors Internet access (e.g.

China, the Emirates etc).

Excel can try to connect with the nearest server and timeout because of a poor connection.

A VPN is a useful (essential) tool for any regular traveler for many reasons.

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Windows 10 for Microsoft Office users has a chapter devoted to VPNs, how they officially work in Windows 10 and the much better add-ons.

Its almost as if Excel forgets about Linked Data Types altogether.

That often does something to your Office setup which makes Stock and Geography data types reappear.

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