Getting an old Computer online with Android Ethernet tethering
5 hours ago
- #android-tethering
- #ethernet-networking
- #old-computers
- The author enjoys using old computers, particularly from the Windows 9x/XP era, for nostalgia.
- Old computers often lack modern Wi-Fi support, making Ethernet connections necessary for internet access.
- A solution is proposed: use an Android phone with a USB-C to Ethernet adapter and Ethernet tethering to connect an old computer online.
- The method involves connecting the adapter to the phone and the computer, then enabling Ethernet Tethering in the phone's settings.
- This setup automatically assigns an IP address via DHCP, bridging the phone's Wi-Fi to the computer's Ethernet.
- The author tested it successfully with a USB-C docking station but notes it requires external power.
- It's unclear if this method works with iPhones/iOS, as the author doesn't have one to test.