In the era of the development of 3G and 4G networks, it is a smartphone that is the most "omnipresent" device to access the Internet. Wi-Fi is not everywhere, but the mobile phone gets access to the network anywhere, where there is a normal operator covering. Of course, for such purposes you can buy a modem. But why, if the smartphone is able to replace it well? Android system provides several ways to connect a laptop to the Internet using a smartphone.
The smartphone can not only connect to access points as a client, but also act as a wireless network router. In order to activate it, you need to enable data transmission through mobile networks in the system cortex and activate the access point in the same place. If the switch is not transferred to the curtain, you need to find the corresponding point in the smartphone settings. There should be a network name, protection password (or turn it off) and frequency. After that, a new Wi-Fi network will appear on the laptop on the list.
Wired USB modem
When using the Wi-Fi access point on the smartphone there is one limit: the charge of its battery. To avoid a sudden discharge, you can connect a laptop to the network cable, switting your smartphone to a virtual network card mode. This feature is everywhere, starting with the 4 version of Android. To use the Internet modem mode, you must connect the device to the laptop to the laptop, find the appropriate item in the "Access point and modem" settings (in the screenshot, MIUI is shown, on other Android assemblies may differ slightly) and activate it. After that, the device will connect to a laptop in a network card mode that does not require drivers. There should be no problems with connecting a laptop on Windows. But MacBook with Android-smartphone does not want to be friends.
Connecting MacBook and Android-Smartphone to the Internet via USB
My laptop from Apple flatly refuses to perceive the Samsung smartphone in the form of a USB modem, although it sees it in the list of appropriate devices. To connect, many advise you to download the Fresh Horndis Driver, and then you will connect. But even on the developer's website after the instructions write: " If you're luckyYou can disable Wi-Fi on your Mac and view the Internet via the network connection of your phone. "I apparently not lucky, and when connected constantly pops up the" Communication device selected for your connection, does not exist. Check the settings and repeat the connection attempt. "Capped deeper I realized that the McBook connection with version of the OS 10.10 and above is impossible. 
Bluetooth wireless modem
Another wireless way to access the Internet from a laptop by means of a smartphone - Bluetooth modem. This method is optimal if there is no cable, and high connections are not required. After all, Bluetooth although it works noticeably slower than Wi-Fi, but also consumes much (1.5-3 times) less energy. To activate the modem mode, you first need to activate bluetooth mobile and in the settings include its visibility for other devices. Then you need to enable the Bluetooth modem mode.
After the smartphone is enabled on the smartphone, you should start the Bluetooth devices on the laptop (click right-click on the B icon on the right on the toolbar). After detection of the modem, it will be displayed in the list. 
Both devices will require conjugation, for which you need to or enter the displayed code, or confirm that it coincides on the phone and laptop screen.
The system will start installing the drivers and a new network will appear in the list of network devices. Through it and makes Internet access with a laptop.
Please note that the Internet speed when connected via Bluetooth is about 10 times lower than via Wi-Fi smartphone module.
What is the way to connect better
Summarizing all of the above, it can be noted that if your laptop works on Windows OS and there is a USB cable, then the optimal version will be connected to a smartphone as a USB device. Otherwise, the connection of the laptop to the Internet via Wi-Fi is your choice. And if you need to save the battery charge of the smartphone, and there is no need for a high connection speed - select the connection to the network via Bluetooth.
previous records
Hello, friends! I recently wrote an article in which I told about. But as it turned out, the way I wrote in that article is not suitable for connecting mobile devices, such as phones, smartphones, tablets, etc.
And if you consider the fact that a lot of people want to set up a laptop to distribute Wi-Fi and connect to it that is a mobile device, I decided to correct the situation. This article can be considered a continuation of the previous article.
In order to force the laptop to turn into a router and connect a mobile device to it, we will use the Virtualrouter Plus program. This is a small, simple program, which is very easy to configure than we now and do.
If you do not understand what we will do now and did not read the article, the link to which is above, then I will quickly explain.Suppose you have a laptop and some other mobile devices that have Wi-Fi. And the Internet is connected to you, let's say on the cable and only to the laptop. Wi-Fi router no. And you want to connect your phone, or tablet to the Internet. So, we will force a laptop to take the Internet by cable (or in another way, for example, via a USB modem. Not only by Wi-Fi) And distribute it to Wi-Fi. The laptop will be a point of access.
There are several ways to set up distribution. You can with the help of special programs, such as Virtualrouter Plus, Connectify Hotspot, or through the command line. I really liked the free Virtualrouter Plus program, so I'll show you how to configure it. With it, everything turned out the first time.
What do we need?
We need a laptop (netbook, stationary computer with adapter) where there is Wi-Fi. The Internet, which is connected using a power cable, or USB modem. Virtualrouter Plus program (further give a link) Well, the device that we will connect to the Internet (phone, tablet, etc.).
Everything is? Then start :).
Configure Wi-Fi distribution from a laptop
Let me remind you once again that the laptop must be connected to the Internet using a cable, and not through a wireless network. That's so approximately:
And the connection status should be like this:
If everything is connected, we can continue.
Setup Virtualrouter Plus
First download Virtualrouter Plus you can download version 2.1.0 (on which I set up) By reference, or. Links are verified.
Download the archive and remove it to the folder. Run the file in the folder Virtualrouterplus.exe..
A window will open in which we need to fill out only three fields.
Network Name (SSID) - In this field, write a name for your wireless network.
Password. - Password. Password to be used to connect to your network. Set the minimum of 8 characters in English.
Well, on the contrary Shared Connection. Select the connection from which the Internet will be distributed. I have the Internet connected via the cable, so I left the "LAN connection".
All, click START VIRTUAL ROUTER PLUS.
All windows will become inactive, and the Stop Virtual Router Plus button will appear. (With it, you can turn off the virtual Wi-Fi). You can minimize the programs and it hides on the notification panel (from the bottom right).
Connect the device to Wi-Fi
We now take the phone, tablet, or what you want to connect there (I have, such as the HTC phone on Android), We turn on it Wi-Fi and looking for an affordable network with the name we asked in the Virtual Router Plus program.
I have this network:
Click on this network, enter the password (which we specified when setting up the program) and click Connect. It should turn out something:
You can already try to go to sites from the phone. (or other device)which receives the Internet by Wi-Fi from the laptop. But the connection is that, and the Internet may not work. It's true:). Just need to configure something else.
The device to Wi-Fi is connected, but the Internet does not work
Return to the laptop, open the program in which we set up distribution and click STOP VIRTUAL ROUTER PLUS. Then right-click the connection status and select Network and Shared Access Control Center.
Select on the left Change adapter settings. Right-click on the adapter LAN connection and select Properties. Click the tab Access.
Install the checkboxes as I have in the screenshot below. In field Connecting home network You need to select an adapter. I do everything perfectly when installed Wireless Network 3 (You can have a wireless network connection 2, or another). Experiment.
Then in the Virtual Router Plus program, we start our network again. The phone must already establish the connection automatically. The Internet should already work. I worked everything, sites opened!
The transformation of the laptop in the router was successful :).
Tip! You can add the Virtual Router Plus program to autoloading, whatever it is permanently manually. About how to do it, I wrote in the article.
Afterword
Of course, if there is an opportunity, I would advise you to buy a router. Even some simple, inexpensive model, for example, will perfectly cope with the distribution of Wi-Fi into several devices. And you don't have to torment the laptop :). In addition, the laptop itself will be able to connect along a wireless network, and not to distribute it.
But this method is also good. You can quickly organize a wireless network, even without a router.
If you have a problem, then leave questions in the comments, and even better on our forum. We'll figure out. Good luck!
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Within this article, there are stages of application of mobile communicator as a modem in order to connect a computer or laptop with Windows to the network. Also paid attention to how to set up the Internet on the Chinese phone.
What you need to have to connect
A mobile phone is required, which has a built-in 3G-, EDGE or GPRS modem. There may also be any model of the Samsung Communicator, Nokia, Sony or other brand. You must have a USB cord in order to connect the phone with a computer. The wire can be replaced by the Bluetooth device. It is clear that in this version, the computer and the phone must have appropriate adapters. Be sure to have a modem driver or program to synchronize with the communicator. At most often they supply on the disk simultaneously with the phone, and there is also an opportunity for free download of all necessary on the manufacturer's website. Requires a SIM card of a proper mobile operator with a positive balance on the account. It is necessary that the data transfer service is active for the SIM card. This can be found out from the operator, and when there is no possibility, make a request to connect it. It is also necessary to determine the tariff plan and configure unlimited Internet to the phone. It should be found in the service center or on the mobile phone operator website how to make initialization and dial number for the communicator. They will need to be mentioned in the modem settings, as well as during the creation of the connection. The choice of service provider needs to be given particularly more attention, for the quality and speed of the connection with the Internet in various providers can differ significantly. The specified parameters also depend on the region of residence and time of day.
How to connect
Connection setting when the Internet is needed on the phone through the computer is carried out in several stages. Install the driver and connect the phone to the PC or laptop. First of all, the computer is required to install a program for synchronization, after which the phone is connected to it using a cord or Bluetooth. When there is no application for combining, but you need the Internet on the phone via the computer, while there is only a folder containing the driver files, first of all you need to connect the communicator to the PC. When the system begins to install new equipment, mark the path to this directory inside the desired window.
Conducting
Open access to the dispatcher of the operating system devices. In the "Modems" section find the model of your phone, click the item "Properties". In a new window, go to the tab with additional communication parameters and in the column with commands to register initialization string. Next, press the consent button. As mentioned earlier, all the necessary data, if you need the Internet on the phone through a computer, you need to find out in the service center. The initialization string will certainly determine which service can be used. As a rule, for each tariff plan provides its parameter.
How to create a connection
Procedure When you receive access to the Internet on the phone via the computer at this stage depends on the Windows version. In the "Start" menu, go along the path: "Control Panel", then "Network and Internet Connections". In the next step, press the mouse button on the "Master" icon twice. In the first window, click "Next". In the "Type of Network Connection" to mark the checkbox "to the Internet". Press "Next". In the next step, make the choice of "Manual connection setting". Next, consider the procedure for configuring the Internet on the Chinese Communicator. We will describe the necessary actions on the example of the MegaFon network and copies of the iPhone smartphone from the "Podnebyss". The setup procedure is typical for all major telecom operators. You need to order on the special number automatic settings, and then save them. Thus, it does not matter, the phone of which manufacturer you use. If you are a subscriber "MegaFon", you can always call the subscriber service at 0500, in order to get settings to the communicator. Tell the required data to the operator. Following the conversation, you will receive a message on the phone with the desired settings.
All modern mobile devices are equipped with various modules that allow them to use them to access the Internet. However, you can not just surf on the network on the phone, but also make a mobile Internet source for other devices.
Using a smartphone
If you have a smartphone running on the basis of Android, the question is how to connect the Internet via the phone will have two solutions at once. Both methods described below are equally effective and are suitable not only for smartphones, but also for tablets with SIM-card support.
If the computer (laptop) is equipped with a Wi-Fi module, you can make an access point from the smartphone that will distribute the wireless network.
After the message appears that the access point is active, click on it to open the settings. Select "Setting the Access Point" section. 
Specify the network name, protection method and password. This data is set by default, but you can change them manually. Be sure to save the changes made. 
Connecting to the access point created on the smartphone is made according to the standard diagram. Run on the computer search for available networks, find your Wi-Fi point and connect.
If the Wi-Fi module has no computer, you can try to use your smartphone as a USB modem:
When successfully connected in the system tray, a notification appears that the connection is established.
If you are trying to configure the Internet on a computer on which you stand Windows XP or an earlier version of the OS from Microsoft, then most likely, the modem driver will not be automatically installed. You will have to download it from the site of the manufacturer of the smartphone, to install forcibly installed, and only then try to exit the Internet.
Using a mobile phone
If you have a smartphone that supports the "Access Point" function, then it will be easy to enter the network. Another thing, if you want to connect the Internet through a regular mobile phone. Before the appearance of high-speed dedicated lines and wireless networks, such technology was used quite often, but recently forgot about it a little. Correct this oversight and revive useful information in memory.
The initialization string is individual for each individual tariff plan for a particular cellular operator. You can clarify these data necessary for the correct connection, on the operator's website or in the technical support service.
Creating a connection
After setting up a mobile phone, you can switch to the creation of a new connection. If you know how to configure the Internet on Windows 7 / 8/8.1, you can easily cope with this task:
Similarly, you can configure the MegaFon modem if for some reason the standard program for connecting to the Internet refuses to work correctly.
If you are using Windows XP, the names of the items and the procedure for creating a connection may differ slightly. However, the procedure itself remains unchanged, so it is important to understand its meaning.
For convenience, you can place the desktop connection shortcut. To do this, find the created connection, click on it right-click and select the "Create Label" item. A window appears with a proposal to place a shortcut on the desktop - click "Yes" to perform this operation.
Internet access
The equipment is configured, the connection is created - you can now go online using a mobile phone:
Wait until the connection process is completed. If everything goes successfully, a notification appears in the system tray that the connection is established. Open any browser and check if web pages are loaded.
Mobile phone is a very convenient replacement of the USB modem when you are on the way and cannot use the modemms of mobile operators. Especially convenient to connect a mobile to the Internet to a laptop or netbook.
You will need
- - Phone with Android, iOS, WM or Symbian OS
- - SIM card with tariff plan
- - Corporate USB Cable
Instruction
In addition, the phone must support the 3G / HSDPA connection to the Internet, and not just WAP and GPRS / EDGE.
You will need
- PC Suite.