Internet via mobile phone - All options. How to set up Internet on your phone? How to set up Internet access from your phone

Internet via a mobile phone or smartphone that supports 2G and/or 3G communication technology can be configured on the user’s computer.

Let's look at all the available ways to configure this.

Connect your PC to the Internet via a smartphone (Wi Fi hotspot)

If you use your PC and urgently need access to the Internet, but you don’t have a cable or router at hand, you can set up your smartphone as an access point.

It will work like a router and you can connect to it from your computer.

Follow the instructions below to connect your laptop or PC to your smartphone with mobile internet:

• Enable the wireless network in your computer's settings;

• Now go to the settings of your smartphone or tablet;
• Select the wireless network menu and then "access point". In earlier versions of Android, click on “Modem and router mode”;
• In the window that opens, click on router settings;

• In the window that opens, create a name for the access point (any) and a password (minimum 8 characters). Click save and then move the slider that turns on the hotspot;
• Now from your PC, connect to your mobile router just like you would to any other wifi router.

Connecting a smartphone to a computer as a modem

To connect, you must have a USB cable (to connect your smartphone to your PC).

Follow the instructions:

• Immediately after connecting the smartphone, a dialog box appears on its screen asking you to select a connection mode. Ignore this window and close it;
• Go to the main menu of the device and then go to the phone settings;
• Open the USB modem setup window and set it to “Enabled” mode, as shown in the figure;

• After enabling modem mode on your smartphone, the computer will automatically begin installing the necessary driver software. Several dialog boxes will appear during the driver installation process.
  The user must check permission for subsequent connections to the modem, and also indicate the desired type of connection network);
• After installing the driver, the PC will be connected to the network. In the notification area operating system The network connection icon will appear.

Note! Computers with older versions of the operating system, for example,WindowsXP/Vista cannot automatically start installing the necessary drivers. In this case, you need to download the software from the official website of the smartphone manufacturer.

To make your Internet connection faster, select 3G connection technology in your smartphone’s mobile Internet settings.

Internet access from a computer via a regular cell phone

You can go online from your computer by connecting to it the most common cell phone.

There are several requirements for a mobile phone:

• it must support 3G, GPRS or EDGE connection technology,
• presence of a phone driver installed on the PC,
• SIM card with configured Internet and in cash on account
• You also need a USB cable to connect your cell phone to your PC.

Follow the instructions to find out how to connect the Internet on your computer via your mobile phone:

• Install the modem driver on your personal computer. You can download it from the website of the mobile device manufacturer;
• After installing the driver, you need to initialize the modem. To do this, connect your mobile to your PC and open the device manager;

• In the modems tab, select cellular telephone, right-click on it and open the properties tab, then find the field for additional initialization parameters and write the following line in this field: AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP","active". Click OK;

• Now you need to create a connection. Open the Network and Sharing window and select Create new network, as shown in the figure below;

• Enter the dial-up number in the window that opens (usually *9**#, the number must be checked with your mobile operator);
• Enter the information you received from the operator in the window shown in the screenshot below and click on the Create button.

In this article we will look at the simplest ways Internet access settings via phone.

Nowadays, setting up your phone to access the Internet is very simple. All Big Three operators have come up with a variety of automatic setup methods for accessing the Internet via phone.

We will consider both general methods and specifically for MTS subscribers.

The most in a simple way automatic configuration of Internet access via telephone is a call from MTS mobile phone to number 0876 (free call). All you need to do is just call this number, listen to the auto-informer and hang up. In response, in 2-10 minutes you will receive automatic settings for accessing the Internet via your phone and automatic settings for using MMS service from MTS.

It is important to understand that there are two types of Internet access:

1. WAP GPRS
2. Internet GPRS

Internet access via WAP GPRS is ten times more expensive than Internet GPRS. Many JAVA applications will not even work with WAP GPRS for the reason that it will be very expensive, so these applications are specifically limited for WAP GPRS.

To access the Internet comfortably via phone, they usually use the most popular mobile browser mini Opera. Also, many people use the application Jimm for ICQ. Both of these applications will only work via Internet GPRS

The method of automatically configuring your phone to access the Internet through the number 0876 indicated above will allow you to configure your phone via WAP GPRS. Therefore, it is not suitable for everyone.

To automatically configure your phone via Internet GPRS, you need to send an SMS message with the word internet to a toll-free number 1234 . After that, in 2-10 minutes you will receive automatic settings Internet GPRS provided your phone supports automatic setup. Most modern models support this method of setting up your phone to access the Internet.

It is worth noting that not all models support Internet access via , many older models, as well as some budget models can only access the Internet via WAP GPRS. There are models that allow you to access the Internet via Internet GPRS, but do not support automatic settings.

In the future, there are plans to publish here detailed manual settings for phones to access the Internet via phone. Perhaps this will be done at the request of our readers.

If you are faced with the fact that you cannot configure Internet GPRS on your phone, then write about it in the comments.

We need to know:

1. Your region
2. Your phone model (if you don’t know, you can usually see the phone model under the phone’s battery)

The second way to set up Internet access via Internet GPRS for free is through a special form. http://mobile.yandex.ru/tune.xml
This method Internet access via telephone is suitable for both subscribers MTS so for Beeline, Megaphone and other mobile operators.

Just select your operator, phone model, enter your phone number and click receive settings via SMS. The settings will come and all you have to do is save them.

How to understand what settings you have by default: Internet GPRS or WAP GPRS. This can be viewed in your profile settings. Of course, this is done differently on each phone model. Therefore, if you don’t understand how this can be done, then you can try to launch the mini Opera or Jimm application, if it doesn’t start, then the WAP GPRS settings, and if it works, then you definitely have Internet GPRS configured - there is no other option.

This post will be updated. Write any other questions you have about setting up your phone to access the Internet.

Manual settings for accessing the Internet via a mobile phone:

• Sony Ericsson: For example

To provide mobile access, you will need to establish two connections: between the laptop and the modem, and also between the modem and the provider, which in this case is the operator cellular communications.

As a rule, a modem built into a cell phone is used: GSM/GPRS modules are rarely built into laptops, and modems based on computer cards have not become widespread due to their excessively high cost.

Connecting your phone to your laptop

The connection between the laptop and the phone can be established in three ways: using a DATA cable, an infrared port, or via Bluetooth. Of course, for this, the interfaces of the phone and laptop must be the same.

The easiest connection method is to connect using a cable. Sometimes they are sold with phones, but more often they need to be purchased separately. With this connection, the mobile phone is displayed as a regular peripheral device. To use it, you will need to install a driver or a special application.

Most affordable way connections – infrared channel. Infrared ports are available in almost all models of phones, PDAs and laptops. If your communication device does not have such a function, you will have to buy a mobile phone via the Internet or in any offline store. To establish a connection, you need to enable the appropriate functions, place the eyes of the IR ports opposite each other and wait for the connection. However, this type of connection is not only the most accessible, but also the most capricious. The distance between the “eyes” of the ports should not exceed 15 cm, there should be no obstacles between them, and even the slightest displacement can lead to a broken connection.

To connect via Bluetooth, you also need to enable ports on both devices. To use this channel, you need to install a special driver on your laptop, which often comes bundled with a control program used to implement various functions (connecting a phone, transferring files, etc.).

You will need to enter a PIN on both devices before establishing a connection. This can be any sequence of numbers, the main thing is that it matches on the phone and on the laptop. This code is used to protect devices from unauthorized access. Connection information is stored in the memory of both devices, which further facilitates the connection process.

A Bluetooth connection is much more stable than an infrared connection. The devices do not need to be in direct line of sight; they can be located several meters apart and can be moved freely. This connection method has only one drawback: the device’s batteries quickly drain.

Internet access via cell phone

Setting up network access via a mobile phone connected to a computer or laptop is quite simple. It only needs to be done once, after which one click of the mouse is enough to connect.

The first step is to install the phone driver in the computer OS. The driver for connecting via infrared is universal for all phones and is included in Windows by default.

If the phone is connected via Bluetooth, then the driver will have to be installed manually from the manufacturer’s website or from the included disk. Often, to connect via Bluetooth and via a DATA cable, different drivers are required for one phone model.

After installing the drivers, you need to start creating a new connection. To do this, use the New Connection Wizard (included in the standard Windows package). The parameters that the program will ask you to specify depend on the provider, which in this case is the operator. In theory, the ability to connect via a GSM modem is offered by all operators, but in practice such a connection is usually very slow and expensive, so few people use it. Most subscribers prefer the GPRS/EDGE channel.

The EDGE channel is supported by all Russian Big Three operators. The speed of data exchange through it is higher than through the more familiar GPRS, but it is inferior to the latter in terms of coverage area. Typically, phones that support both formats will automatically select the optimal channel. Not all operators provide GPRS access by default; sometimes you have to connect it separately.

A cell phone connected to a computer freezes no more often than a regular modem. Methods for dealing with freezes are standard: turning devices on/off, reinstalling drivers, removing and then restoring the Bluetooth connection.

Mobile Internet cost

Internet access is usually paid separately by subscribers. All Russian telecom operators have a GPRS add-on. It is possible in two options: viewing WAP sites on the phone itself or using it as a modem.

Payment can be made in two ways: through monthly payments or payment for megabytes of information actually sent and received.

The cost of traffic depends both on the operator and on the specific tariff of one operator. Most operators offer special plans for active mobile Internet users. Typically, the cost of traffic on such tariffs is lower, but the cost of regular telephone connections increases. The price of GPRS access may also depend on the time of day. At night it is usually lower than during the day. Many users buy two SIM cards: with one they access the Internet, with the other they make calls. It is not difficult to buy dual-SIM mobile phones via the Internet or in real life. GPRS roaming has not yet become widespread in our country, therefore, when going to another region, you should check with the operator for details of using the Internet connection while roaming.

Savings with mobile access

Russian operators have lower GPRS costs than most European companies. However, traffic is consumed quite quickly. Each session on average “eats” 3-4 megabytes. The fact is that simultaneously with the information posted on the web page, the user is forced to download its “packaging”, which often “weighs” several times more than the information itself.

For example, most letters to email, we receive in HTML format. As a rule, letters are not additionally formatted, but the official information accompanying the letter is still significantly larger than the volume of the text. The situation is aggravated if files are attached to the letter, even in MSWord format, not to mention pictures or video clips. Don't forget about spam: these unnecessary emails also waste additional traffic.

However, there are still opportunities for savings. To do this, you must follow certain rules:

1. We need to minimize the volume of outgoing mail. This can be done by using only “flat” text in messages. Attaching files to letters or formatting them using HTML should only be done as a last resort.
2. It is not advisable to visit sites with “heavy” pages. They are best viewed on a cheaper, higher-speed connection.
3. Avoid visiting resources that require receiving/transmitting large amounts of data.
4. If you need to send or receive large amounts of data, it is better to use alternative ways connections. They can be found, for example, in the nearest business center or Internet cafe. Finding such establishments today is not difficult, and the services they provide will be more profitable than connecting directly via GPRS.
5. Wherever possible, you should use access points instead of a GPRS connection.
6. If you access the Internet to search for text information, then before accessing the Internet via your mobile phone, it is better to disable loading images and multimedia in your browser settings. This will not only speed up the loading of website pages, but will also save traffic.
7. To save traffic, blocking pop-up windows will be useful (if it is not supported by the browser, you can install a special program).
8. If your traffic is not unlimited, then it is better to disable automatic software updates (including Windows). Remember that each update can eat up tens of megabytes of traffic.
9. A good antivirus program can help save traffic. In addition to malware that simply worsens the operation of software, there are also those that transfer information from your computer or, conversely, download various software onto it. You should not skimp on updating anti-virus databases.

What if you need the Internet where there is no Wi-Fi access point or dedicated Internet line? This is especially true for those who travel a lot or often go on business trips for work.

There are several options here:
1. Buy a 3G modem from any mobile operator.
2. Use Mobile Internet via mobile phone.
3. Use mobile 3G Internet via smartphone wi-fi module(90% of smartphones since 2012).

First option can be used if you do not have a mobile phone that supports GPRS or EDGE connections. Usually these are phones produced before 2005. But this option is not cheap! You need to buy a 3G modem and pay a monthly subscription fee for the Internet.

Second option more interesting. It is important here that your phone supports GPRS or EDGE connection. In this case, you don’t need to pay anything extra, because... mobile operators usually included in any tariff package some number of free megabytes of the Internet. As a last resort, you can choose a tariff package that definitely includes free or inexpensive megabytes of Internet.

I’ll tell you how to turn on the Internet on a computer using a mobile phone using an example. Samsung phone C3322 Duos. This phone has everything you need to use the Internet directly from your phone or connect to the Internet on your computer using it. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a desktop computer or a laptop.

My goal was to connect the laptop to the Internet via a mobile phone, using a computer-phone connection via BlueTooth (bluetooth), so as not to bother with wires.

Now step by step how I connected my computer to the Internet via a mobile phone using a BlueTooth connection.

1. Check the Internet connection settings on your phone. To do this, you can send an MMS. If it is sent, everything is in order, there is a connection. If it is not sent, you need to call the operator and get settings from him via SMS and set these settings.

2. Turn on BlueTooth on your phone. In my case, the path on the phone is as follows: Menu – Applications – BlueTooth – Options – Settings – Enable/Disable BlueTooth

3. Enable BlueTooth on your computer. On my laptop, BlueTooth is turned on using the Fn+F3 key combination (an antenna icon or specifically a BlueTooth icon can be drawn on the BlueTooth power button). If your computer does not have a built-in BlueTooth adapter, you can buy it separately and connect it via USB.

4. When BlueTooth is turned on on the computer, a BlueTooth icon will appear near the clock (lower right corner of the desktop). At the same time, additional drivers for the BlueTooth modem will be installed.

5. Click on this icon with the RIGHT mouse button and select “Add device”. Next, follow the instructions of the Add Device Wizard. During the search process, the phone may ask for permission to connect to the computer, pay attention to this and click on “Allow” or simply “Yes” on the phone.

If the Wizard did not detect your phone, then check whether BlueTooth is turned on on your phone, place the phone closer to the computer (range of up to 10 meters), check in the START menu - DEVICES and PRINTERS (for Windows 7) maybe your phone has already been found earlier.

6. Go to the START menu - DEVICES and PRINTERS (for Windows 7), if the Wizard does not automatically transfer you to this panel after the search.

7. Click with the RIGHT mouse button on the picture of the found phone.

8. Select “Dial-up connection” - “Create a dial-up connection...” (for Windows 7).

9. Select any modem from the list, usually the first one in the list.

10. Enter the phone number, usually *99#, you can find out more precisely from your operator or look it up on the Internet using the search. “Username” and “Password” are usually not filled in; this can also be checked with your operator. Next, we call the connection as you wish - it’s just a name.

11. Click the “Connect” button. The wizard will create the connection. Please note that the phone may ask for permission to connect - click “Allow” or simply “Yes” on the phone. If the wizard displays an error message, a connection may already be established to the selected modem, you just need to select another modem in the list - repeat steps 7-10.

12. That's it. You can access the Internet, which the Connection Wizard will prompt you to do. For the next connections, select the desired connection (via phone) through the “Network Connections” icon near the clock, in the lower right corner of the desktop.

ATTENTION!!! If for some reason you need to delete an unnecessary connection, go to START, select “Run”, write ncpa.cpl this is a panel Network connections , which for some reason is hidden in Windows 7, and here you can already delete or rename connections. Use the RIGHT mouse button on the selected connection.

Thus, using your mobile phone, you can easily connect your computer to the Internet where it is not possible to connect via a dedicated line or Wi-Fi connection.

Third option- this is to turn your smartphone into a router or access point. Accordingly, your smartphone must have either 3G Internet or regular mobile Internet.

So, open the top panel of your smartphone or tablet and turn on “Wi-Fi Access / Wi-Fi Direct” (you need to hold your finger a little for the settings to open).

Save the settings and open Wi-Fi connections on your computer (antenna in the lower right corner). Select your network from the list and connect by entering the password that was in the settings or the one you came up with yourself.

That's it, now the Internet works on your computer!

If you urgently need to access the Internet, but you don’t have a computer at hand, then the easiest way out is to use a mobile phone. Now all phones and every operator have a similar opportunity to access the World Wide Web.

Instructions

go to the main menu of your mobile phone

connect to the Internet (in many phone models the connection occurs automatically)

Be careful! If the operator sent you an activation code, login or password, be sure to save it for future work

Click “activate” and enter a password if necessary.

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