How to Set Up USB Tethering on Windows 10
Before you begin, make sure both your phone’s operating system and your computer’s operating system are updated to the latest versions. Also, depending on your mobile carrier, you may be charged a flat fee for tethering a laptop to a mobile device. Check with your carrier if you’re worried about extra costs. To set up USB tethering between your mobile device and your Windows 10 computer:
Troubleshooting Windows 10 USB Tethering
If USB tethering isn’t working in Windows 10, it could be because the driver for the network adapter is outdated. To fix this problem: You must restart the computer after installing the driver. If the Device Manager says that you already have the latest driver, then the problem could be with your connection, your phone, or your mobile data.
What Is USB Tethering?
Tethering is the process of sharing your phone’s mobile data to access the internet on another device, such as a laptop. You can tether using Bluetooth or NFC, but USB tethering is the fastest and most effective method. That said, USB tethering can’t compete with the speeds of a solid Wi-Fi connection. Be careful about how much data you use when tethered. Since many data plans charge incremental amounts based on data usage, watching videos or downloading files on a tethered connection can quickly increase your phone bill. In some cases, it’s possible to reverse tether and share Wi-Fi from your computer to your phone to save on data.
