How to Create a Wi-Fi Hotspot on Windows 11

Sharing your PC’s internet connection with other devices can be incredibly handy in various situations. Windows 11 provides a simple way to turn your computer into a mobile hotspot, allowing you to share your internet over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Ethernet. This guide will walk you through the steps to create and configure a Wi-Fi hotspot on your Windows 11 device.

Create and configure the Wi-Fi hotspot from the settings

Open the Start Menu and select the Settings icon to proceed. Alternatively, you can search for Settings in the Start Menu search bar.

In the Settings window, click on Network & internet from the left-hand menu.

Click on the Mobile hotspot option to expand its settings and prepare for configuration.

Use the drop-down menu under Share my internet connection from to select the source of your internet connection that you want to share.

Under Share over, choose the method you wish to use to share your connection. You can select Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. If you have an Ethernet connection, that option will also be available.

Click on the Edit button to modify your hotspot’s network name and password.

In the pop-up window, enter a preferred network name and a secure password. Then, select a network band from the drop-down menu. Note that the available options may vary depending on your device’s network card. Once you’ve made your selections, click Save to confirm.

Tip: For a longer range, consider using the 2.4 GHz frequency.

Toggle the switch at the top of the page to turn on the hotspot.

Once the hotspot is enabled, you can view connected devices on the same page. Windows 11 allows up to eight devices to connect simultaneously.

Optional: If you want the hotspot to automatically turn off when no devices are connected, enable the toggle next to Power saving.

Now you’re all set. By following these steps, you can easily configure and activate a hotspot on your Windows 11 computer.

Create and configure the Wi-Fi hotspot from the settings

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