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Microsoft’s Virtual WiFi Miniport adapter has been finicky. 5.1.22.0’s implementation of SoftAP (hosted network) is one of the few that works without requiring registry hacks or reboots. Many open-source projects (like Linux hostapd ports for Windows) specifically recommend this driver version.
Driver version 5.1.22.0 is a Windows-compatible device driver for 802.11n USB wireless LAN adapters. It provides the software interface between the host operating system and the USB-based 802.11n radio, enabling wireless network discovery, association, authentication, encryption, and data transfer at rates supported by the 802.11n standard. 802.11n usb wireless lan card driver version 5.1.22.0
Even a legendary driver has its quirks.