Help: How to Tether Cell Phone Internet

Spacescreamer

Spacescreamer

ex-Mod
Hi..

Need a rundown on how to use a mobile phone as a modem.

Starting right from the bare minimum requirements to setup, precautions, to fastest recommended connection. Need to tutor a friend on the topic.

Would really help if tethering methods of cable (USB or serial) and wirelessly through bluetooth, both are touched upon.

Links to sites for references/better explanation and guides are welcome too :)
 
Depends on the OS and the phone. I have HTC Desire and it makes things quite simple.

1. Enable Mobile network in Settings -> Wireless & Networks
2. Enable Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot in Settings -> Wireless & Networks. Now the phone acts as a Wi-Fi modem, no need for blue tooth or cable.
3. In your laptop, select the HTC Network and use the password to connect.

The best part is that there are no connection drops or anything.

If using Android, there are other apps like Easy Tether in the Market. Reviews talk of connection dropping issues. I haven't had to use them though.

I used my HTC this way quite extensively last weekend when i had to travel to far off places and keep working. It really paid me back for what i spent on it.
 
Right, the process will depend on Phone Model and the PC OS you are using. But the main technique would be same everywhere.

It can be done over USB, WiFi, Bluetooth all 3.
 
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