The simplest way to connect a desktop computer to the internet via a mobile phone

May 7, 202510

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The project "Xlog" is complete and is designed for desktop computers that lack wireless internet and wired broadband, but have a smartphone with internet access and a suitable data cable. The basic principle involves establishing an internet connection via a data cable. The steps to follow include enabling hotspot sharing on the smartphone, selecting USB data sharing, connecting the phone to the computer with a data cable, and choosing the mobile network on the computer to access the internet.

1. Applicable Scenarios#

Desktop computer
No wireless network card and wired broadband
A smartphone that can access the internet
A proper data cable for charging + data transmission

2. Basic Principles#

Establish an internet connection via a data cable

3. Operating Steps#

Enable hotspot sharing in the phone settings
In the specific settings for hotspot sharing, select data sharing via USB
Connect the computer and phone using a data cable
Select file and data transfer on the phone
Select the phone network on the computer to access the internet