MyHotSpot - A program for creating a Wi-Fi access point. Programs for distributing WiFi Programs for creating wifi

MyHotSpot is a program for creating a secure and private WiFi hotspot on a Windows computer or laptop. Moreover, it works with both home and public networks. To ensure security, the HTTPS encryption system is used. The application supports a Russified and English interface, which is a definite plus.

With the MyHotSpot program, the user does not have to worry about personal correspondence, since this information will remain invisible to external web services and the connection provider. The same applies to the log of the user’s visits to web pages. Once you open this or that site, you don’t have to worry about someone being able to see these actions; the web session will remain anonymous. Incoming and outgoing traffic is also subject to strong encryption.

Program features:

high degree of protection of transmitted and received data;
complete confidentiality of user information;
absolute access to all network content;
repelling spy invasion from outside;
the ability to work with both wired and wireless communications;
web session protection and data encryption using the HTTPS protocol.

Check out the best selection of free applications for your computer and laptop to create a Wi-Fi connection. See instructions for creating an access point without a router and solving a wireless network problem using third-party programs.

If there is one, then your laptop has a Wi-Fi module.

Photo	Name	Description
	WiFi Virtual Router	An application that creates a router from your PC or laptop using the computer's system settings. Now you can distribute Wi-Fi and receive it with other devices if they are within range
	Connectify	The program does not take up much space and uses your computer as a Wi-Fi distribution point. Free to install, only works with Windows 7 and above, no additional devices required
	MyPublicWiFi	The application will quickly configure an access point with Internet access on your device. Limits the use of special P2P connection functions so that the user can comfortably surf websites and watch videos. For these actions you need a built-in Wi-Fi module
	mHotspot	When connected to the Internet, this program can create a Wi-Fi hotspot from your device. Convenient and simple setup will help you easily understand this utility
	SwitchVirtualRouter	The utility does an excellent job of creating and managing a virtual Internet access point. Built-in convenient settings for starting and shutting down a Wi-Fi wireless network. The program was developed specifically for Windows OS
	WinHotSpot	If your PC or laptop has a built-in wireless module for receiving and transmitting the Internet, then you can install this free application. Using this program you can create a virtual point for other devices to access the Internet via Wi-Fi

Detailed description of Connectify

The program uses the capabilities of your module on your laptop to create a shared Internet access point for other gadgets. Works with Windows 7 and higher. It simplifies standard OS settings for Wi-Fi distribution and is indispensable for use with several devices. It saves users from tangled router wires, and if you follow the installation instructions and recommendations for operation, then this is an indispensable alternative to expensive modems.

How to install Connectify

How to set Connectify to start automatically

When the computer restarts, a shortcut with the name of the program will appear on the desktop, launch it.

In the program menu on the top panel, click on “Settings” and in the “Startup” option, activate the checkbox. This will allow you to run the program together with your PC. To disable services, you can use the “Disable all..” item.

Note! In the Display parameter, you can activate services for display and Connectify. And for experienced users there are settings in the Advanced tab. But these functions are active only in the paid version of the program. In the free version they are disabled.
Pay attention to the “Firewall” block. The checkboxes must be in an active state.

More experienced users can use the “Wired Router” item instead of an access point to distribute the Internet using a controller.

You can also use a repeater that enhances the Wi-Fi signal and range.
Now you can click on the “Start Hotspot” button.

There is a “Clients” item in the menu bar. In it you can familiarize yourself with the devices connected to your created wireless Internet access point.

If the program notifies you that there is no distribution, then check your Internet connection by disabling the utility. If the Internet is working, there is a possibility that the Wi-Fi module on the laptop is missing. How to check whether a device is installed for wireless communication, read at the beginning of the article.

Detailed description of WiFi Virtual Router

The program does not require a router or similar additional equipment. The built-in Wi-Fi module will completely replace these devices, but with a smaller signal radius and coverage area for receiving Internet connections on a phone, tablet, etc. Using the WiFi Virtual Router utility, your laptop will distribute a signal like the same router, using the built-in module and system parameters of the computer.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages	Flaws
Minimal options for setup (to create a workplace with Wi-Fi access, you need to select the name of the point, come up with a password and activate the Internet connection)	A fresh and crude program does not have a support service or guarantees. Released by the manufacturer as an experimental version, which is already alarming
Installs without additional software and does not contain advertising. Has a free version	It may be necessary, after installing this software, to configure the PC for the correct functionality of the utility
There is no need to purchase any additional equipment. System resources are not consumed much when working with the application

See photos of the WiFi Virtual Router program

Detailed description of MyPublicWiFi

The fastest setup for distributing the Internet via a laptop with the English-language MyPublicWiFi program is a couple of mouse clicks. The program does not require the connection of additional software and third-party equipment. Compatibility: Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista.

After installation, you should run the utility by right-clicking on the shortcut and selecting “Run the program as administrator.”

The simple interface is divided into several panels:

Management— is responsible for configuring the Firewall. Eliminates torrent and file sharing icons to free up channels. The program can be launched along with the OS at startup, in the same menu you need to activate the checkbox for this;
Clients— an information window for monitoring devices connected to the Internet access point created by the program;
Setting— a settings mode window in which you can assign a name, create and enter the desired password for a wireless Internet connection. You can also take advantage of the possibility of 3G/4G connections if the laptop supports connecting SIM cards (if the service is allowed by the mobile operator to distribute Wi-Fi).

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages	Flaws
Regular program updates	There is no way to use different laptops to create accessible Wi-Fi hotspots. The program developers attribute this to non-standard configurations of network modules located in laptops
Setting a Wi-Fi password to prevent third-party connections by users	Supported hardware expands with updates
Quick setup of a wireless access point	Permanent Run as Administrator Program Requirements
	In the options for choosing a language interface, Russian is missing

See photos of the MyPublicWiFi program

Detailed description of mHotspot

The program has a free license which you agree to before installation. Supports several encryption processing options, which is convenient and reliable for protecting your Internet connection. Attempts by attackers to hack your confidential information will be unsuccessful. Compatibility: Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7. The developers are trying to please users as much as possible and are now looking for a solution to run this utility on Ubuntu OS.

The main panel of the program interface contains active information in English:

information about the volume of incoming and outgoing data:
speed of information received and output via the Internet;
number of connected users/devices to a given Wi-Fi point
In the “Clients connected” tab you can find out more about connected clients.

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages	Flaws
Simultaneously supports the maintenance of 10 gadgets	Delayed program updates
Fast, independent and automatic setup of Wi-Fi access with password setting
Support for working with 3G, 4G, Lan Internet protocols in the background

See photos of the mHotspot program

Detailed description of SwitchVirtualRouter

Create a virtual “Hot Spot” Wi-Fi access point using the SwitchVirtualRouter utility. The shortcoming of the router will be replaced by a wireless Internet connection module installed on your laptop. After installing and configuring the application, you can use the Internet on several devices at once via the Wi-Fi module.

Setting up the application is quite simple.

On the main page you can set functions for operation: launch with OS loading, add an icon to the tray and much more useful things.
After downloading the application, specify the parameters for wireless Internet distribution to operate in automatic mode. The program also supports Internet distribution to several devices at once.

Advantages and disadvantages of SwitchVirtualRouter

Advantages	Flaws
The small volume of the program does not require resource costs	The program is configured to work only with Windows 7 and 8 versions
Control over connected devices
Built-in function for turning off the computer or putting it into Hibernation mode

See photos of the SwitchVirtualRouter program

In this article we will look at the most popular programs with which you can start distributing Wi-Fi from a laptop or computer that runs on Windows 10, Windows 8 (8.1), and Windows 7. But, I will show the setup process using a laptop as an example , on which Windows 10 is installed. Still, this is a new, popular system, and we will consider it using its example. But you won’t notice any significant difference even with Windows 7. So, this instruction is suitable for all computers and laptops that run on Windows 7 and newer systems.

For those who are not in the know and don’t know how to distribute Wi-Fi from a laptop, launch an access point, and why use special programs, I’ll explain. In Windows, it is possible to launch a virtual Wi-Fi network. Simply put, turn a laptop or computer with a Wi-Fi adapter into a regular router. We have internet connected to our laptop. We launch a Wi-Fi access point, in our case using a program, and the laptop begins to distribute the Internet wirelessly. In this way, you can distribute Wi-Fi to your phone, tablet, other laptops, etc. The main thing is that your computer must have Wi-Fi and the Internet (via network cable, or via USB modem).

To launch a wireless access point, you can use special programs. Or you can do without them and start distribution by executing certain commands on the command line and opening general access to the Internet. For example, it’s easier for me to start a network using commands than to use third-party programs for this. We already have detailed instructions for launching an access point on a laptop via the command line:

And instructions specifically for those who have .

In this article I will show several programs created specifically for launching Wi-Fi distribution from a laptop and for managing a virtual network. I have selected 4 of the most popular programs, including one paid (I don’t know if it’s necessary, but I’ll show it). Today I sat for half a day and tested these programs on a computer with Windows 10. I figured out each one, configured it, and tested it. Everything works for me, the laptop distributed Wi-Fi to the smartphone, the Internet worked.

Select a program:

Virtual Router, she's the same Virtual Router Plus (as far as I understand, in older versions). The simplest, free and working program. Well, probably the most popular. Works great in Windows 10. There is a Russian language, but the translation is very bad (it's not needed there).
Switch Virtual Router. Another free program for distributing Wi-Fi from a computer. It has more settings compared to "Virtual Router". There is a Russian language and a clear interface. I have already written about this program, but let’s look at it again.
Maryfi(Russian version) . The program is also free, but something didn’t work out for me with it. At first, Yandex didn’t let me into the official website, they say there’s a virus there (but this is not a fact, the antivirus did not swear). I downloaded it, installed it, but still couldn’t start the access point. And in general, problems began with the virtual adapter, I had to reinstall the drivers. Maybe it's just me who has these problems. So it seems like the program is good and popular.
Connectify 2016. Very cool and functional program. But it's paid. There seems to be a trial period. At least I was able to use it to launch a virtual Wi-Fi network. It’s immediately obvious that the software is paid, there are a lot of cool features. But I never found the Russian language.

There are, of course, other options, but we will only consider these programs. There are quite enough of them.

Important tip! Choose one program for yourself (Which one did you like the most), download and use it. No need to download and install/launch everything at once. Otherwise nothing will work out at all. If, for example, when starting a network in the Virtual Router program an error appears that startup is impossible, then it will also appear in other programs, since the problem is most likely in the Wi-Fi adapter (no driver, it's disabled, wrong driver). The principle of operation of these programs is the same, we can say that they differ only in the interface and not very necessary functions (such as autostart, display of Wi-Fi clients, etc.).

The program will only create and launch a virtual network. You can connect to it, but in order for the Internet to work, you need be sure to allow public access to the Internet (except Connectify). I’ll write how to do this at the end of the article.

We configure it according to this scheme:

Download and install the selected program.
We start distributing Wi-Fi in the program. If a startup error appears, we solve it.
We open general access to the Internet in the connection properties.

Here we go!

Virtual Router Plus: a program for distributing Wi-Fi in Windows 10

I checked the version of Virtual Router v3.3. It is of course very different from Virtual Router Plus, but it works well. You can download it from .

No installation required. Just unzip the downloaded archive and run the file VirtualRouter.exe. Most likely the official website will open in your browser, just close it.

Immediately after launch, Virtual Router will try to start distributing the Wi-Fi network. If the status says “working,” then the network is already running. And now, you need to open public access to the Internet (how to do this, see the end of the article), restart the computer, and run the program again.

And if the status says “Virtual Router failed to start,” then the problem is most likely in the wireless adapter itself. I wrote about the solution to this problem in the article: .

Using the program is very simple: minimize it and it hides in the notification panel. They closed it, the distribution of the wireless network stopped.

Switch Virtual Router program for running a Wi-Fi access point in Windows

I think this is the best program. It has all the necessary functions, Russian language and it is free. You can download it from the link. Or, from the official website http://switchvirtualrouter.narod.ru.

We start the installation and install Switch Virtual Router. Then, we launch the program. If you want to change the default network name and password, then click on the gear-shaped button and set new parameters. There are also other settings there.

To start the access point, simply click on the “Start” button and open general access to the Internet (instructions at the end of the article).

I won’t write anything more about this program, since we already have it on our website. Everything is described there in great detail, with all the nuances. By the way, if the error “Wi-Fi adapter is turned off” appears, then you need to check the operation of the virtual adapter.

Setting up Maryfi. We distribute the Internet from a laptop

If you decide to use the Maryfi program, then the Russian version can be downloaded from (version 1.1), or from the page on the official website http://www.maryfi.com/maryfi-russian-edition.php (I don’t give a direct link, since Yandex says the site is malicious. But the antivirus did not find any viruses).

Run the installation file and install the application. Most likely, when you launch Maryfi for the first time, the program will ask you to install the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 component. You just need to agree. The system will download and install everything itself. After this you can launch Maryfi.

In fact, the entire program fit into one small window. There we set the network name and password, and click on the “Start Wi-Fi” button. If everything is in order with the Wi-Fi adapter, the network will be launched.

If the network starts, then you need to open public access to the Internet, and you're done.

Connectify 2016 to run Hotspot on your computer

Let me remind you that this is a paid program, but it seems to have a free, greatly reduced version, or with a trial period. But the program is very cool. Many different functions. What I liked most is that you don’t have to manually open Internet sharing (many people have problems with this). We just choose which connection to share the Internet from, and you’re done.

I downloaded Connectify from the official website: http://www.connectify.me/hotspot/. After downloading, the program must be installed on your computer and launched.

Next, everything is very simple (even without Russian language). Select the connection through which you are connected to the Internet, if necessary, change the network name and password, and click on the “Start Hotspot” button.

The computer will immediately start distributing the Internet. I connected my phone and the internet was already working. After launch, a tab immediately opens that displays connected devices (clients). And it even displays statistics on how much Internet they use. In the program, near the fields, you can see the inscriptions “MAX” and “PRO”. These are most likely features that are only available in the paid version. But you can do without them.

If I'm not mistaken, and there really is a free, stripped-down version of this program, then I advise you to use that one.

Opening public access to the Internet

If you launched a Wi-Fi network through the Virtual Router, Switch Virtual Router, or Maryfi program, then you must configure shared access. Otherwise, there will be no Internet access.

Right-click on the Internet connection icon and open “Network and Sharing Center.” Next, go to “Change adapter settings”.

Right-click on the connection through which you are connected to the Internet and select "Properties".

Open the "Access" tab, check the box next to "Allow other network users...", select the connection we created from the list, and click "Ok".

Important! After these steps, you need to restart your computer and restart Wi-Fi distribution in the program. After this, you can connect your devices to the network. The Internet should already be working.

If devices do not connect to a running Wi-Fi network

If during connection an error appears that it is impossible to connect, or an IP address is constantly being obtained, then the first thing you need to do is disable the antivirus. You can also disable the firewall and other programs that may block the connection.

Most often, it is the antivirus that is to blame. It blocks the device connection.

Afterword

It seems to me that there will be a lot of questions about this article. Ask them in the comments.

I tried to describe all the points that may appear during the process of launching an access point using programs. But the equipment, operating system, set of programs and drivers are different for everyone. Therefore, various problems may appear. Read the article carefully, look at the links I provided, and if nothing works, then describe the problem in the comments. Best wishes!

MyPublicWiFi is a free utility with which you can turn your laptop or computer into a WiFi access point.

According to the developers themselves, the MyPublicWiFi program is ideal for organizing network access in an apartment, hotel room, office or conference room. The creation of a Wi-Fi hotspot is fully automated.

Features of the MyPublicWiFi program:

Distribution of access to the Internet via a wireless Wi-Fi channel. Anyone who knows the password will be able to connect to such a point: your loved ones, colleagues, friends.
WPA2 encryption support. When creating an access point, it is recommended to come up with a complex password so that only trusted people can use your hotspot.
Built-in (firewall). It is a powerful and at the same time easy-to-use tool for tracking outgoing traffic. It also allows you to restrict access to specific servers. For example, you can use it to block downloading files from certain sites.
Accounting of all actions of users connecting to the access point during a work session. Thanks to this feature, the administrator or owner of the hotspot can view the URLs of all pages visited from a portable device.
Logging. All program actions are recorded in a text file.
Small size. The installation file for the MyPublicWiFi application takes up a little more than 1 MB.

Just download MyPublicWiFi and activate the access point in the account "Settings", specifying the network name and type, as well as the password. In another contribution Client Tab the user will see a list of all devices connected to the created hotspot.

Screenshots of the program

Thanks to specially created programs, the procedure for discovering and connecting to Wi-Fi, as well as organizing a wireless Internet access point, is greatly simplified using only a laptop or other device connected to the global network.

The following guide will help you understand the huge variety of such applications and introduce the basic techniques for working with them.

Advantages and main purpose of such programs

They provide ease of search, connection and creation of Wi-Fi hotspots.

When analyzing the presence of wireless networks, such programs are capable of automatically determining the stability of connections, sorting by the strength of the transmitted signal, etc.

Many utilities are supplied with regularly updated hotspot databases, which allows the user to quickly find a Wi-Fi network even when outside its coverage area.

Some applications allow even a novice user to easily create their own hotspots. All that is usually required of a person is to click, create a point, and assign it an original name.

The utilities are designed not only to work on Windows PCs, but also on Android and Windows Phone mobile platforms.

Most often they are used in laptops and smartphones, since they are already equipped with built-in Wi-Fi modules from the factory.

Activating it is not a problem on mobile devices, but to enable it on a laptop you need to know about some of the nuances of the laptop model you are using.

How to enable Wi-Fi adapter on a laptop?

To connect to Wi-Fi on a laptop, you must activate the module with a switch or a key combination.

To enable the Wi-Fi adapter on your laptop, you must do the following:

Various button combinations can be used. If they do not have characteristic patterns, then it is recommended to go through the options from “F1” to “F12”, of course, not forgetting to hold the “Fn” button.

Application for connecting to Wi-Fi “Maxidix Wifi Suite”

In less than four years, this utility has managed to gain popularity among users all over the world.

Many similar programs do not have a Russian interface, but Maxidix does not have this drawback.

Often professional programmers prefer this application, as it allows you to establish 100% control over Wi-Fi connections.

In addition to the basic functions of detecting and connecting to wireless networks, it is capable of counting consumed traffic.

Thanks to the use of a special algorithm, the procedure for connecting to Wi-Fi takes several times less time.

The program shows geographic location, has the function of exporting and importing network profiles and much more.

WeFi

The utility searches for networks to connect to Wi-Fi.

Two main advantages have made it popular all over the world:

The application is distributed free of charge;
The utility's database contains hundreds of millions of Wi-Fi networks around the world.

The main disadvantage of the application is the lack of a Russian interface.

Even when there are no available access points within the user’s radius, he can quickly find the closest one on the map and, for example, quickly get to it by metro.

Flexible application settings allow you to adapt it to the specific needs of the user.

If a network connection is required constantly, then the utility can be launched simultaneously with the completion of Windows loading on the computer.

Sociable people will like the “Online status of friends” option. Through it, the user will always know the location of his friends and acquaintances, or rather, which point they connected to (the point is displayed on the map).

There are versions of the utility designed not only to work on PCs, but also on Windows Phone and Android operating systems.

Xirrus Wi-Fi Inspector

If you need a real radar for wireless networks, this free program has a similar built-in tool.

The application analyzes the stability and speed of the connection. The user only needs to click on the corresponding virtual keys: “Test” and “Speed Test”.

Experienced users and specialists often use this utility to select the optimal location of the router.

Thanks to the accurate results of analyzing the quality of the wireless signal broadcast, reliable communication between the access point and, for example, a smart TV or computer will be ensured.

The application is also convenient for determining the location of surveillance cameras that use a wireless communication channel with a router and PC.

Unfortunately, all modifications of the application do not have a Russian-language menu.

However, using the application is not difficult even without knowledge of a foreign language.

After clicking on “Radar”, the utility automatically analyzes available networks, and then provides the laptop owner with a list of them in an intuitive interface.

The user becomes available detailed information about each detected point, down to the signal strength and the router manufacturer.

MyPublicWiFi

If you need to create a Wi-Fi hotspot, then the free MyPublicWiFi utility does a great job.

A user's router may suddenly stop working, or some people may not have one at all. However, this does not prevent them from actively using their own Wi-Fi access point on their PC.

For this purpose, you will need to perform the following sequential actions:

Note: Before running the utility, you need to turn on the Wi-Fi module of the laptop using the instructions from the first paragraph of this manual.

mHotspot

A program similar to the previous one in its purpose, it allows you to turn a PC into a router and protect the network with an access code, so you don’t have to worry that someone else will connect to the user’s resources.

The utility is not Russified, but it is absolutely free.

The application allows you to manually set the allowed number of network clients.

Data about users connected to the created point is shown in the “Clients” section.

The “Hotspot” tab displays the data reception and transmission speed values.

As you can see, everything is simple, therefore, despite the English-language interface, even a beginner can easily cope with the operation of the application.

Connectify

Another program for creating a Wi-Fi hotspot. Despite the fact that it is paid, it has many fans. It is not demanding on laptop resources and is easy to configure.

After installation and launch of the utility, the following menu will be displayed.

Using 4 tabs, you can configure the operation of the utility.

It is recommended to go to the “Settings” tab and click “Launch Options”.

Specify parameters based on personal preferences, for example, organize the utility to autostart after Windows boots, etc.

In the “Display” tab, you can allow or block the display of advertising.

In the Network Address Translation Settings tab, advanced users can enter specific data, however, the default settings here are already configured for optimal application performance.

Additional settings are located in a separate section “Advanced settings”.

Through the “Languages” item, if “Russian” is not installed, then for convenience it is recommended to select. After this, the application interface will immediately be Russified.