There is a more simple and cost effective alternative to this solution where you can use your windows 10 pc as a dedicated wi fi extender.
Windows 10 wifi repeater. However this is a general guide that you can use to configure any wifi scope extension as long as you understand the process. You should know that we have used a tp link wifi repeater specifically a tp link re 200 wifi n 300mbps dual band ac750 range extender. Windows 10 has a built in feature which allows you to enjoy wi fi connectivity beyond the standard range of the router anywhere you want in your home. And that s how to turn your windows 10 pc into a mobile wi fi hotspot.
Among its hotspot capabilities it also offers a repeater solution for extending your wireless network. You may have also noticed the option in the settings to share an internet connection via bluetooth but this didn t work for us at all and our expectations weren t too high for the kind of connection speeds that would have given us anyway. As already mentioned this is the free method in which you can use your windows 10 computer as a wi fi extender. How to quickly forget a saved wi fi network.
Just open the wi fi popup from your notification area also known as the system tray. The other solution consists of buying wireless repeater software that can act as a real wireless repeater. Any ideas of a wifi repeater software that actually works on windows 7. The program features standard wpa2 psk password through which you can secure your networks it is light and it should run smoothly even on low range hardware configurations.
A repeater sits within range of your wi fi network and repeats it extending your wi fi coverage farther than your router could alone. Looking for a wifi repeater software for windows 7 so i can turn my computer into a wifi hotspot to share internet with my smartphone and gaming console. Ostoto is another free wi fi hotspot creator tool available for windows 10.