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Question

Tether...

Jul 20, 2011 3:14AM PDT
What does it mean to tether a mobile phone to a pc and why would I use it?

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In short.
Jul 20, 2011 4:04AM PDT

Most people do this to get to the internet when they are traveling.

However the actual procedure varies with the PC and phone so that must not be your question.

Let's keep it simple. A way to get to the internet using some but not all cell phones.
Bob

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Twe top 2 google links for tethering
Jul 20, 2011 4:06AM PDT