Computer Tricks and Secrets

Short answer: you do not need Connectify Pro to share your PC's internet over Wi-Fi, because Windows has a built-in Mobile Hotspot feature that does it in two clicks, for free. If you want more control, free tools like MyPublicWiFi add options. Here are the free ways, from easiest to most flexible. Easiest: Windows built-in Mobile Hotspot Modern Windows can share your connection with no extra software: Go to Settings > Network & internet > Mobile hotspot . Choose which connection to share and the band (2.4 GHz reaches further, 5 GHz is faster). Set the network name and password under Edit. Toggle Mobile hotspot on. Other devices can now connect. For most people this completely replaces Connectify at zero cost. More control: MyPublicWiFi MyPublicWiFi is free and turns your laptop into an access point with extras: a firewall to restrict which servers users can reach, URL logging, and bandwidth management. Good for a temporary access point in a hotel or meeti...