Reverse Tethering – Connect Internet from Computer to Mobile

Reverse Tethering – Connect Internet from Computer to Mobile. 

Tethering is one of the feature which makes possible to connect and access internet in PC or laptop from mobile. Android gives this feature as an inbuilt over USB, Wi-Fi and Over Bluetooth. But what if, you want toaccess Internet from your phone to check WhatsApp message, Gmail account or any other and you don’t have Data packet, then you might think for Reverse Tether i.e. Access Computer or laptop internet in your Android mobile or other mobile. This post will give you direction to do the same, i.e. Connect Internet from computer to mobile, Reverse tether, without rooting your android phone.

Requirements to implement Reverse Tethering:

• Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC with WiFi and its drivers installed and which have an access to internet with any means i.e Broadband, from other mobile, or with Net setter.
• MyPublicWifi : Freeware software(1.7MB approx)
• Your Android device or mobile device with WiFi feature installed.

If above three requirement, are fulfilled, then here are the set of steps to implement reverse tethering.

Steps for Reverse Tethering – Connect Internet from Computer to Mobile

1.) Make sure, that your PC or Laptop is connected with internet. Install MyPublicWiFisoftware and run it as administrator.

2.) Set desired network name(SSID) and Network key i.e password. Let Enable Internet sharing check box be checked in, and select the appropriate network connection from which you are accessing internet in your PC or laptop.

Reverse Tethering – Connect Internet from Computer to Mobile

3.) Press “Set up and Start Hotspot“, this makes your PC as hotspot. If all works fine then, this button label will be changed to “Stop Hotspot“.

4.) Turn on your Mobile WiFi, and search for the network, that you just created. In My case, Network Name is “MyPublicWifi“. Connect to it, if prompted to enter password, then Enter the Network Key, that you entered or set during 2nd step. Well you are now connected to Computer Internet in your android mobile or other mobile device.

Reverse Tethering – Connect Internet from Computer to Mobile

If you find any problem, while implementing Reverse Tethering, do comment below. If you have any other ideas or any suggestion for the same, your valuable comments are always welcome.

Wi-Fi Tethering

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether. No need for any PC suite and USB cable for connecting to access internet by PC and not even require an user-id and password or APN setting. This is all possible by “tethering” feature. Tethering means actually we can share the Internet connection of mobile phone with other device using WIFI connectivity or USB cable connectivity. For connecting to PC with WIFI, ensure that your Computer or Laptop should have WIFI device and functioning properly.

Share internet connection from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

I have made this practical with Samsung galaxy mobiles and Sony Ericsson phone, but it might be possible that your mobile may not have this facility. Here are some steps to Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether.

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Step1.) Ensure firstly, that your laptop or PC WIFI is turned on and is capable to discover all other devices within a range.

Step2.) Enable your data packet and see if your internet is properly working in mobile and you are able to open web pages in your phone.

Step3.) In your phone, go to its setting and select wireless and networks and go to “Tethering and portable hotspot”. I.e. Setting -> Wireless and networks ->Tethering and portable hotspot. Now select “Portable WI-Fi hotspot” and make it enable or on, as shown below.

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Step 4.) Now, select “Configure Portable Wi-fi Hotspot” and Set password and save it.

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Step 5.) After doing all the above steps properly,see Network icon, i.e at bottom – right most, position, which will show you an available device or searched your phone or device, as shown below.

Connect internet from computer – laptop to android using WIFI tether

Step 6.) Click on connect and provide the same password as what you have set in mobile, in 4^thstep. Select home network, if network window pop up’s.

Step 7.) See the internet icon to appear in your pc. Open up your browser and enjoy surfing.

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Bluetooth Tethering

Connect internet from Computer to android using Bluetooth Tethering

Connect internet from Computer to android using Bluetooth Tethering. No need for any PC suite or USB cable to connect and access internet in PC or laptop. Tethering is one of the feature of Android mobile, which makes it possible. Tethering means actually we can share the internet connection of mobile phone with other device using WiFi connectivity, USB connectivity or Bluetooth. Android mobile offers to Tether over USB, Tether Over Wifi orTether over Bluetooth. So Why Tether over Bluetooth? WiFi drains battery in relatively short time, as compare to Bluetooth and USB grabs your phone to stick to a fixed position, soBluetooth tether is an another alternative to WiFi and USB tethering. You can also check for Connecting android internet to other mobile by tethering. Below are the steps to connect internet with Bluetooth tethering, but before implement the steps, ensure that
your computer or laptop should have Bluetooth device with installed Bluetooth driver and is functioning properly.

• Note: Bluetooth Tethering is included after Android 4.0 i.e Ice Cream Sandwich versionas a in-built feature.

Connect internet from Computer to android using Bluetooth Tethering

Steps to Connect internet from Computer to android using Bluetooth Tethering

1.) Turn on your Computer or laptop Bluetooth on and ensure that it is capable to discover all other devices within a range.

2.) Enable your data packet and see if your internet is working fine in your android mobile, by checking opening web pages in your phone browser.

3.) Tap to settings in your android device and select wireless and networks. Tap on toTethering and portable hotspot i.e Setting -> Wireless and networks -> Tethering and portable hotspot. Select Bluetooth tethering check box as shown below.

Note: Also ensure that your Bluetooth Device is visible. If not then, make it visible byselecting check box Visible corresponding to your mobile name, present in Setting -> wireless and setting -> Bluetooth as shown.

4.) Now move on to your computer or laptop to make couple of steps. Open control panel (For windows PC, Press window key then control panel) and select Devices and printer link to add your Bluetooth enabled android device, by pressing Add Devices button appearing in the above of window bar.

5.) In the opened up window, you can see your android mobile device which has Bluetooth On. Now select that device and then press next button. Let the device get paired with your computer or laptop.

6.) Last step. In the same window i.e in  Devices and printer, select the device and right click on it, where you can see the option to Connect with internet access. Once you clicked it, you are ready to go to access internet in few seconds in your Personal computer from your mobile device.

Open your browser and enjoy surfing.

What's the difference between Wi-Fi and mobile Internet (2G, 3G, 3G+ or 4G)?

What's the difference between Wi-Fi and mobile Internet (2G, 3G, 3G+ or 4G)? 

Surfing via Wi-Fi is cheaper than surfing via mobile Internet, but Wi-Fi coverage is limited to a building or a district.

Domestic Wi-Fi network (when you surf wirelessly at home)Wi-Fi uses a local wireless network to transfer information.

Its coverage is therefore limited to a building (pub, airport, etc.) or a public space. Access can be private or public, paying or free of charge, open for Internet or not.

To surf on your phone, you must have a Wi-Fi device.

To surf on your computer, you must have a Wi-Fi modem or a computer with a built-in Wi-Fi modem.

Mobile Internet (when you surf on the 4G network)Mobile Internet (when you surf on the 2G, 3G or 3G+ network)Mobile Internet (2G, 3G, 3G+ or 4G) uses a mobile telephony network to send and receive data.

With your SIM card, you access the Internet everywhere in Belgium and abroad.

To surf on your phone, you must have a 2G, 3G or 4G device.

To surf on your computer, you must have an external USB modem or a computer with a built-in mobile modem.

In all cases: choose an Internet price plan or option to pay less.

Your device will automatically connect to the best mobile network available. It may happen that you switch from one network to the other.

With Proximus you can use the following mobile Internet networks: 2G (GPRS or EDGE), 3G (UMTS), 3G+ (HSDPA or HSPA+) and 4G (LTE).

With 2G

With GPRS (General Packet Radio Service), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 50 Kbps.

With EDGE (Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 250 Kbps.

With 3G or UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 384 Kbps.

With 3G+

With HSDPA (High-Speed Downlink Packet Access), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 7.2 Mbps.

With HSPA+ (High-Speed Packet Access +), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 42 Mbps.

With 4G or LTE (Long Term Evolution), you have a theoretical transfer speed of max. 129 Mbps.

Difference between 2G & 3G...

What is the difference between 2G and 3G ?

2G and 3G (2nd and 3rd generation mobile telecommunications technologies) refer to different generations of cellular phone standards. 2G networks (GSM, CDMAOne, D-AMPS) are the first digital cellular systems launched early 1990s. 3G networks (UMTS FDD and TDD, CDMA2000 1x EVDO, CDMA2000 3x, TD-SCDMA, Arib WCDMA, EDGE, IMT-2000 DECT) are newer cellular networks that came to the U.S. around 2003 with data rates of 384kbit/s up to 2-3 Mbits/s.

Generally, 2G offers lower data rates, and started as a voice-oriented service, while 3G offers considerably higher data rates and data oriented services.

2G uses different switching techniques for voice and data, while 3G uses single type of switching for any data. 2G is cirquit-switched (each user occupies a frequency) while 3G is packet-switched (similar to Internet data traffic). Because of that, 2G is slower, more prone to interference, and does not scale as well as 3G. 3G offers higher spectrum efficiency, asymetric uplink and downlink traffic, multiplexing of services on a single connection, variable bit rate on demand, etc.

Current 2G and 3G networks are both used for cellular communications. While 2G networks focus primarily on voice communications, text messaging and simple web browsing, 3G devices offer near-broadband speeds for web browsing and multimedia integration.

Features

The significant difference between 2G and 3G networks is the faster data speeds offered by 3G. For voice use and text messaging, the differences between a 2G and 3G phone are minimal.

Benefits

Although 2G phones are less expensive, they cannot offer fast web browsing and file transfers in the way a 3G phone can. The 3G standard allows data, pictures and videos to be uploaded and downloaded quickly.

Considerations

Not all areas have 3G networks available. In the event that a 3G network is not available, 3G phones will connect to whatever network is available, even if it is a slower 2G network.

Identification

A 3G phone can be identified by looking at its screen. Next to the signal strength, look for a 3G or EV logo. Either one indicates you are on a 3G network.

Potential

Both 2G and 3G networks allow for easy use of mobile data services. While 3G speeds are faster, both options provide mobile Internet connections wherever there is a cellular signal.

Second Generation (2G) technology was launched in the year 1991 in Finland. It is based on the technology known as global system for mobile communication or in short we can say GSM. This technology enabled various networks to provide services like text messages, picture messages and MMS. In this technology all text messages are digitally encrypted due to which only the intended receiver receives message. These digital signals consume less battery power, so it helps in saving the battery of mobiles.

The technologies used in 2G are either TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) which divides signal into different time slots or CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) which allocates a special code to each user so as to communicate over a multiplex physical channel.

3G technology generally refers to the standard of accessibility and speed of mobile devices. It was first used in Japan in the year 2001. The standards of the technology were set by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This technology enables use of various services like GPS (Global Positioning System), mobile television and video conferencing. It not only enables them to be used worldwide, but also provides with better bandwidth and increased speed.

This technology is much more flexible as it can support 5 major radio technologies that operate under CDMA, TDMA and FDMA. CDMA accounts for IMT-DS (direct speed), IMT-MC (multi carrier). TDMA holds for IMT-TC (time code), IMT-SC (single carrier). This technology is also comfortable to work with 2G technologies. The main aim of this technology is to allow much better coverage and growth with minimum investment.

Android Vs Windows Phone..

As the market is flooded with smartphones, it is very difficult for technology enthusiasts to select the best. If you are confused between Android and Windows phones,

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: Market Share & Popularity

Android holds the lion’s share of the smartphone market with 84.7 percentage points, followed by Apple and Windows Phone with 11.7 and 2.5 percentage points respectively. The stats from IDC (International Data Corporation) clearly reveals the domination of Android. Android smartphone shipment reached nearly 255.3 million units in the Q2 2014 claiming 33.33 growth compared with the last year record. Samsung, accountable for 29.3% of the overall shipments, was the greatest takers of Android, followed by Coolpad, Huawei, Lenovo, LG, Xiaomi, and ZTE. Google has also joined the race with Google Nexus.

In contrast, Windows Phone shipments stood at 7.4 million units. No doubt that free availability makes Android the most adorable among original equipment manufacturers that helps them to compete effectively in the market. But Rome was not built in a day. It took months and years of consistent research and development work by Android to reach the pinnacle. However, there is only one thing that is said to be constant in the world of technology, and i.e. change. And popularity changes with time. In this dissertation, we trying to offer a level playground to both phone operating system to help you make a smart choice between Android and Windows Mobile Phones.

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: The Look – User Interface

Windows Phone 8.1 takes a lead in terms of user-interface not just against its arch rivals Android and Apple, but also against its own predecessors including Windows Phone 7 and Windows Mobile 6.5. Vertically scrolling Live Tiles, each of which is essentially a miniature widget, constitute the most prominent feature. Keep your favorite apps, websites, music albums and other details at your finger tip with them. Connect with friends and family over social media and view their status update. Personalization gains an edge as well. Pin as much apps as you want to your home-screen or start-screen. Arrange and resize apps’ tiles, and change background of your tiles as per your interest.

In contrast, Android KitKat 4.4 leaves its home-screen almost empty except with a few options like Phone, Messaging, Chrome, Apps, etc. It leaves on users as what they want to keep and what not to. Users can enter Apps, tap a favorite app, hold it, and drag it to home-screen within an eye-blink. Thus, on the aerial view, Android home-screen appears simpler and less attractive as compared to Windows Phone, but yes, it’s clutter-free. But Google Experience Launcher brings the magic back. It allows you to swap between different home-screen options. Not happy with the new option? Simply empty it by removing icons and widgets, and it will be removed and replaced simultaneously with a new one.

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: Voice Control -

Windows Phone 8.1 adds “Cortana”, a voice assistant much like Siri and Google Now. If you are in the US, use it right now. Otherwise, wait until late 2014 and early 2015. But it’s more than what we said. It keeps a record of what you would like to do in leisure from a range of topics (Style, Travel, Sports, Arts, headlines, opinion and more), and is happy to offer that on the right time. It’s also a personal assistant that goes with you wherever you go. Use planners and alerts galore. Keep a check on flight schedule, meet with people, attend your corporate party, find climate status, and stay atop. Its person-based reminder feature, applicable to call, text and email, is extremely helpful in managing work while keeping loved ones closer.

Android Google Now is sensitive to voice. Just say “Ok Google” to activate the feature. And ask whatever you want to know or get done. From locating a place to planning a route to setting up an alarm, or doing anything else, it’s ready to go by your command. It’s ready with its suggestions whenever and wherever you need. Voice control feature in both offers less or more the same benefits.

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: The Apps

Windows Store lags behind Google Play in terms of availability of apps. Against 1,300,000 Android apps, Windows Store hosts only 250,000 apps. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t make use of your favorite apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Pandora, camera apps, and more. Want to explore more? Enter into your preferred genres and pick up your apps. Or go by Featured, Top free, New+Rising, Top paid or Best rated

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: Apps Development -

Want to develop apps for Android or Windows Phone? Have a look at the store features. Google Play opens a great earning opportunities for developers. Currently it’s accessible across 148 countries for developers. However, in terms of app revenue sharing Google seems a bit greedy. In contrast to Windows Store which offers 80% of the benefit to developers after achieving sale worth $25,000 USD, Google continues with flat 70%. However, Google Play benefits them by keeping the developer’s registration charge lower than its Microsoft counterpart, i.e. $25 one-time Vs $49 monthly or $99 annually. 

Windows Phone 8.1 vs. Android KitKat 4.4: The Features -

Besides the customizable Start screen, other attributes that may propel your Windows Phone buying decision, include all new Cortana, and innovative Action Centre and Camera. Action Center is an overdue feature similar to notification screen on Androids. But it does more. It offers a quick way to switch on and off settings that you use the most. For instance, it eases toggling between different modes, often helpful in saving battery life. One can easily turn on or off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and camera and switch the brightness settings from automatic to low to medium to high, and vice versa. Experience fantasy in typing with the word flow keyboard on Windows Phone. Don’t tap your finger, just glide over letters, and you are done. This is an absolute challenge to Swype on Android.  Windows Phone 8.1 responds to Android with the innovative speed dial function.