![]() With that done, scroll down till you see a heading called “Related settings.” There, click on “Change adapter options.”įrom here on, the steps are the same as in the previous section: you need to find the VPN connection, which is usually named after your VPN’s name and will have the words “TAP adapter” in it. ![]() If this is your first time using the hotspot, make sure to set the “Share My Internet Connection Over” toggle to Wi-Fi and to create a good username and secure password for the hotspot (for obvious reasons, the password was blanked out in this picture). To find it, go to “Settings” and then to “Network & Internet.” The entry for the mobile hotspot is fairly low on the list to the left, select it, and turn it on. This didn’t exist before Windows 10, which is why it won’t work on older versions. We’re going to create the virtual VPN router through the mobile hotspot functionality in Windows. It’s just run through the router, not the device itself. As a corollary, this also means that devices that normally can’t install VPN software can use it, too. The main benefit of using a VPN router is that the entire network enjoys the protection of a virtual private network without having to install the software on each and every device. A VPN router is nothing more than one of these devices with VPN software installed. Even if you’re connected by wire instead, chances are the cable leads back to a router. What Is a VPN Router?Ĭhances are that right now, you’re connected to the internet via a Wi-Fi router, a small device either you bought or your internet service provider installed, which beams the internet through your house or office. If you want to save some money, though, you’ll be happy to know you can turn your Windows machine into one in just a few steps. If you want to install a VPN on a device that doesn’t allow it, like a smart TV or even a printer, the simplest way to get around that problem is to use a VPN router. Traffic from other devices will be tunneled through your Windows PC's internet connection. You will need to enable sharing for the VPN adapter, too. You can use Ethernet or Wi-Fi to connect to share your PC's internet connection with other devices.
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