Use Android Phone
as a Modem
If your current location does not have a Wi-Fi
connection or if your internet connection is currently down, you can use your
Android device as a modem and take advantage of your unlimited data plan.
Finding yourself without Wi-Fi access can be
an annoyance or it can be a disaster. Luckily, many Android phones can be used
as a USB cellular modem. Often this is more convenient than having to secure
your device as a mobile hotspot.
This tutorial was crafted on a Samsung (Galaxy
SII) 4.1.2 Android phone with stock roms. The steps for other phones may be a
bit different.
1.Open the app drawer, and tap on Settings.
2.In the Settings screen, under
the Wireless and networks section, choose More
settings to continue.
3.Find and tap on the Tethering and
portable hotspot option to configure it.
4.Connect your Android device to the laptop or
PC using a USB cable, and then check the
box next to the USB tethering option to enable it.
5.A new notification will show up, indicating
that the tethering feature is currently active.
6.Wait for the computer to install the
appropriate driver, if necessary. After that, you can use internet as usual.
Please note that, in some cases, you may have to configure some common settings
for the network. The process is similar to the steps you have done when
connecting to a new network.
