# Setup USB Tethering on Windows 11: Easy Guide

> What to Know Turn off your computer's Wi-Fi and connect your phone using a USB cable. Enable your phone's hotspot or USB tethering to share your internet with Windows 11.

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/enable-usb-tethering-windows-11-5196403?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68b343450754a2ecfe685af6)
- **Published:** 2025-08-30
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #smartphones #microsoft #surface #iphone #laptops #tablets #tethering #setup
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