In today's interconnected world, having access to the internet is crucial, even when you are on the go. Portable hotspots allow you to share your internet connection with other devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, regardless of your location. This article will guide you through the process of setting up a portable hotspot on a Windows device, enabling you to stay connected wherever you are.

Examples:

1. Using Command Prompt (CMD):

   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Type the following command to create a hotspot: netsh wlan set hostednetwork mode=allow ssid=YourNetworkName key=YourPassword.
   • Press Enter to execute the command.
   • To start the hotspot, type: netsh wlan start hostednetwork.
   • To stop the hotspot, type: netsh wlan stop hostednetwork.

2. Using PowerShell:

   • Open PowerShell as an administrator.
   • Run the command: New-NetWiFiNetwork -Name "YourNetworkName" -Password "YourPassword" -AccessPointMode Enabled.
   • Press Enter to create the hotspot.
   • To start the hotspot, run: Start-NetWiFiNetwork.
   • To stop the hotspot, run: Stop-NetWiFiNetwork.

3. Using the Windows 10 Settings:

   • Open the Settings app.
   • Go to "Network & Internet" and select "Mobile hotspot" from the left sidebar.
   • Toggle the "Share my Internet connection with other devices" switch to enable the hotspot.
   • Customize the network name and password if needed.