Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything related to home internet. She graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a focus on ...

Person holding an Android smartphone turning on hotspot - Eza_Nanda/Shutterstock We often rely on a mobile hotspot when internet access isn't available or dependable. While traveling, it's extremely ...

I connect faster to my hotspot than most public Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi hotspots give you internet access when you are not at home. It can also help you stay connected while you're traveling. Most cell phones have built-in hotspots and tethering functions, but you ...

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Mobile hotspots provide a convenient way to share internet access with several devices. But how do they work? And do you need to pay for them? Here is everything that you need to know about a mobile ...

When it comes to sharing your smartphone's data plan, there are two options, mobile hotspot and USB tethering, but which is the best choice?