Posted by BrendaTx on 4/18/10 6:17pm
Msg #332270

Into this decade: Tethering

I have been having a lot of problems with my cable modem and multiple visits trying to get this straigthened up.

Out of desperation I decided to try "tethering" from my phone to my computer. I have not tried this before because I'm not all that impressed with my cell phone's 'net surfing speed.

Not wanting to "hack" my phone, I found an app which is installed on the phone and on the computer(s) to tether. It cost me $18.95 and I can use it on one phone, but on as many computers as I wish.

It works really well and the speed is decent. I got my app from a strangely named website: http://junefabrics.com which is actually a "PDA Technology Group".

I know all of you are probably way ahead of me on this, but thought I'd share. I have seen others discussing the Blackberry tether, but I have a MyTouch.

What a headache relief to have an alternative source for getting my 'net back up and running.

Reply by NCLisa on 4/18/10 10:13pm
Msg #332290

Make sure your DATA plan is sufficient

or you could end up with a hefty wireless bill!

Reply by BrendaTx on 4/19/10 6:13am
Msg #332302

Yeah, Lisa, I posted months ago about violating the TOS

through tethering--the possibility. Glad you posted this reminder.

I would never recommend it for constant, daily internet use, but if you are in a pinch and need to check your email, etc. it will work.

Reply by cadmonkey/CA on 4/18/10 10:25pm
Msg #332292

I also have this program by June Fabrics to tether my Samsung smartphone to my netbook. It works great and can get descent speeds too.

Reply by ML/PA on 4/19/10 6:30am
Msg #332303

Is there only the one time licensing fee or do you have to pay a monthly fee also?

Reply by Philip Johnson on 4/19/10 10:17am
Msg #332317

Newegg sells cable modems very reasonably

I bought one a few months ago for $15.00, giving the boot to Comcast's modem.