How to connect a laptop to the Internet via a wireless mobile phone

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Some mobile phones can be connected to a laptop computer, then the computer to access the Internet via the mobile phone's wireless service. This is accomplished through a data cable that connects the mobile phone to the computer. The mobile phone must be able to digital driving is referred to as a dual-mode or tri-mode phone. With the proper equipment, have access to the Internet via mobile phone easy and efficient

You will need:

• Laptop.
• Mobile phone with a data port.
• Data Cable.
• Software from the cell phone provider.

Installation:

1st: - Insert the CD-ROM from your mobile phone provider in the laptop drive to begin installing the necessary software to make the connection possible.

2nd: - Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

3rd: - Restart your computer if necessary. You will be prompted if a reboot is necessary.

Making the connection:

1st: - Plug one end of the data cable to your mobile phone (with phone switched on). It's easy to tell which end to use since they are different. One will be a common USB end for connection to the computer. Some cellular service providers offer a kit that contains the cable.

2nd: - Plug the other end of the data cable to a USB port on your laptop.

3rd: - Run the software package from the cell phone provider. There should be a choice to start the wireless internet connection. Once this is done, the computer must be successfully connected to the internet via the mobile phone's wireless service.

Tips & Warnings:

Make sure there is a data plan ready for the mobile phone. If it is not unlimited, find out the restrictions. Your laptop will draw far more data across service than your cell phone alone, which may result in additional charges.