Tether is described as 'Application that allows you to access the Internet on your laptop anywhere there is cellular coverage through your smartphone's data plan. No more WiFi hotspots, extra data plans or costly Air Cards! One license (29.95 $) is valid for tethering with multiple PCs' and is an app. There are six alternatives to Tether for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows and Blackberry apps. The best Tether alternative is PdaNet, which is free. Other great apps like Tether are TetherMe, EasyTether, Wireless Tether for Root Users and Hotspotio.
PdaNet turns your smartphone into a true WiFi router for your computer (MAC or PC), and allows your laptop to go online wirelessly through the 3G network.
TetherMe enables the native tethering feature on all jailbroken iPhones and 3G iPads, so that you can tether your 3G connection for free. It works by telling the iPhone to allow tethering on any APN that is used for iPhone data.
Carrier-independent tethering for Android and BlackBerry smartphones. EasyTether supports Windows, Mac OS X, Linux computers and Android tablets. Works over USB and Bluetooth.
This program enables tethering (via wifi and bluetooth) for "rooted" Android phones. With Wireless Tether, your laptops and other devices can connect to your phone's 3G or 2G connection over WiFi.
Hotspotio is a slick Android application that allows you to share and connect to WIFI connections with your Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin connections in return for favors.
iPhoneModem enables you to share the Internet connection of your iPhone with your Mac or PC. It's a small and simple application that anyone can use in a few seconds.
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