Android Reverse Tethering is a Windows utility that allows you to configure the computer to share the internet connection with an Android smartphone or tablet. It requires Java Runtime Environment. Instruments for providing web services to multiple devices at the same time are provided.
Connection instructions
The first step is to enable USB tethering on the smartphone in the Settings menu. After that users can attach the device to the computer via USB cable. Additionally, it is necessary to allow connection sharing in the Network and Sharing Center on the desktop.
This software works by creating a virtual network interface on the computer. All traffic is rerouted automatically to the Android device to let you surf the web without using the cell service.
Advanced capabilities
It is possible to share the internet connection with multiple smartphones or tablets simultaneously. Moreover, users are able to configure proxy parameters to bypass various types of network restrictions. There is an option to specify custom DNS servers as well.
Features
- free to download and use;
- intended for sharing the internet connection between the computer and mobile devices;
- you can provide web services for multiple smartphones at the same time;
- works by creating a virtual network interface and rerouting all traffic;
- there is support for various Android smartphones and tablets;
- compatible with modern versions of Windows.
