Need to connect to the internet on one of your devices? Did you know you can use your smartphone to do so? If you have a Samsung, here are all the steps you need to follow to use your phone as a router. If you have an iPhone, check out this article!

Why use connection sharing?

Connection sharing is useful in various situations:

You do not have a Wi-Fi connection available for your computer or tablet.

You need a stable Internet connection when travelling.

You want to share your mobile data plan with other devices.

Before you begin

Check your mobile plan: Make sure your operator allows connection sharing and that you have sufficient mobile data.

Battery: A shared connection consumes a lot of power. It is best to connect your smartphone to a power source while using it.

How to enable connection sharing

Option 1: Wi-Fi tethering

Go to Settings: Open the Settings app on your smartphone.

Navigate to Connections: Tap "Connections," then tap "Mobile hotspot and modem."

Enable mobile hotspot: Slide the button next to 'Mobile hotspot' to enable it.

Configure hotspot settings: Tap 'Configure' to change the network name (SSID) and password.

Connect your devices: On the other device (computer, tablet, etc.), enable Wi-Fi, search for your network name, and enter the password.

Option 2: Connection sharing via USB

Connect your smartphone to a computer: Use a USB cable.

Enable USB sharing: In Settings, go to "Connections" > "Mobile hotspot and modem". Enable "USB modem".

Use the connection on your PC: The computer should automatically detect the connection and access the Internet.

Option 3: Bluetooth tethering

Enable Bluetooth on both devices: On the Samsung smartphone, enable Bluetooth in Settings.

Do the same on the other device.

Pair both devices: Ensure that the smartphone and the other device are paired.

Enable Bluetooth sharing: Go to "Connections" > "Mobile hotspot and modem", then enable "Bluetooth modem".

Configure the connection on the other device: Configure the device to use the Internet connection via Bluetooth.

Optimise and secure your connection sharing

Monitor your data usage: Tethering can quickly use up your data allowance.

Turn off sharing when you're done: To save battery and data, turn off the mobile hotspot once you no longer need it.

Secure your connection: Use a strong password to prevent unauthorised connections.

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