How to connect a tablet to the Internet (connecting a tablet computer)

Via home Wi-Fi router

Fast and easy way. The main thing is to have home Internet with a connected Wi-Fi router. In this case, the gadget will be able to use the wireless network.

To connect your tablet to the Internet via Wi-Fi, you need to complete several setup steps:

Check flight mode. It should be disabled.
In the “settings” section you need to find “wireless networks” and activate Wi-Fi.
After activation, the device itself will find the nearest access points.
Next, you should select the name of your home wireless network, enter your login and password.
If the steps are completed correctly, the tablet will go online.

How to set up Internet on a tablet without a SIM card

If you don’t yet have a SIM card with a tariff for your tablet, don’t rush to put your gadget away. You can connect it to the Internet without a SIM card, and there are two reliable ways to do this.

Connection via wi-fi.

On touch phones, slide the top of the tablet screen down and find the wi-fi icon. Activate the function and you will be able to connect to the network in a cafe, airport, fitness club and any other places where there is an access point. Today, free wi-fi is distributed everywhere, including public transport.

Connecting a tablet via phone.

If your smartphone is connected to one of the unlimited internet plans, it can be used as a wi-fi hotspot.

In the cellular network settings, find the “Modem mode” item and distribute wi-fi to other devices. On Android phones, this settings item may be called “Portable hotspot”. Protect your traffic with a password, then the network can only be used on your tablet.

This method is best used to connect your tablet to the Internet for a short time, rather than on an ongoing basis, as the phone quickly runs out of power.

Important!

Not all mobile operators allow you to distribute unlimited Internet for free. Be sure to clarify the conditions for traffic distribution in the description of your tariff.

Today, mobile operators also offer special “Internet for everything” options for connection, which allow you to spend the traffic of one tariff plan on several devices at once. There is a small daily fee for each additional device, but there is no double subscription fee. Additional devices can be connected in your personal account on the operator’s website, but in this case the tablet must have a SIM card.

Access points in public places

Everyone has at least once experienced a situation where they urgently need to access the World Wide Web via a tablet. There is no way to come home, and mobile Internet is unavailable for various reasons. Most public places offer a free wireless hotspot.

Important! All public Wi-Fi routers are equipped with an individual username and password. Most often, the login has the same name as the establishment that distributes the public hotspot, for example, a cafe or library.

You can clarify this information and also find out the password from the employees. After this, follow the same steps that are necessary to set up home Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi router

As practice shows, the easiest way to connect to the World Wide Web is to use Wi-Fi. You will provide yourself with fast, unlimited Internet and be able to connect, for example, a wireless printer:

Check if airplane mode (airplane icon) is disabled;
Open settings;
Turn on Wi-Fi;
Start searching for Internet connections if it does not start automatically;
Select the access point (SSID) of your router and enter the password;

Public Wi-Fi

Many public institutions have the opportunity to connect to free Wi-Fi. Large providers such as DOM.RU, Rostelecom and others provide authorization after registration by phone number. The disadvantage of such a connection is that you can use it only within the modem’s range, and as soon as you move away from the distribution point, the wifi signal disappears.

Via laptop

If you need to connect your tablet gadget to the Internet and do not have a Wi-Fi router, you can use a laptop connected to your home network via a telephone cable.

This connection is possible via the Wi-Fi module built into the laptop. Most modern computers are already equipped with this part.

If you have network access on your computer using the Windows operating system or third-party programs, the module can be converted into a router. To do this, you need to go into your PC settings and find the Mobile hotspot option (on Windows 10). In the same window, you should configure your network name and password and move the checkbox to On.

How to connect a tablet to the Internet via a computer

It is possible to connect the tablet to the Internet using a computer or laptop.

Usually this means a laptop, because they all have a module for wireless Internet installed. But even if the user has an ordinary computer without the corresponding module, it can be purchased for less than 300 rubles.

This method is based on the distribution of wireless Internet to which the computer is connected. By default, it is only possible on a laptop with the Windows 10 operating system. For lower operating systems, you need to install third-party software.

Instructions:

Left-click on the network icon in the control panel (lower right corner).
On the left side of the screen there is a list of functions in which you need to find “Mobile hotspot”. You can enter this request into a line and immediately find the function you need.
Move the slider to the active position and select the type of signal transmission (via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth).
All that remains is to connect to the created access point on the tablet. The name and password for it are indicated in the section with the mobile hotspot on the laptop.

There is also a wired connection via a USB cable. It is outdated and intended rather to distribute the network to a computer from a smartphone or tablet, and not vice versa. Because of this, this method is not worth mentioning.

Via SIM card and mobile operator

The second most popular method, after home and public Wi-Fi routers, is to connect a tablet computer to the global web.

The gadget must be equipped with a SIM card slot. If there is one, then follow these steps:

Insert the SIM card into the slot provided for it.
Turn on the tablet.
In the settings, select “data transfer”.
Fill in the required fields. The required data can be obtained from the mobile operator via SMS or viewed on the official website.
After completing the settings, reboot the device. When you turn it back on, Internet access will appear automatically.

Setting up mobile internet on a tablet

To connect to the network you will need a regular operator SIM card. Of course, the network must function smoothly for better connectivity. You need a modern SIM card that supports 4G, LTE. They provide the fastest Internet performance.

Next, we will tell you how to connect your device to the Internet step by step.

Buy a SIM card with 4G support and choose the appropriate tariff. Pay attention first to the price offered. Each operator has a special tariff. Beeline is trying to attract customers at the following cost: for ten GB the user will have to pay five hundred rubles. MTS has a slightly different tariff. Here, the payment includes ten GB for all kinds of purposes. Megafon has an “Internet Tablet” function at a cost of 140 rubles. in 30 days. Yota has unlimited access to the network at a cost of 450 rubles. for a similar period of time. The most important thing is to choose the most advantageous offer from mobile operators; the connection process itself is elementary:

Activate your device.
Open the SIM card slot.
Insert it there, turn on the device.
Make the necessary settings.

3G modem

This method of connecting a tablet computer to a network is only possible if the device has a USB port or micro USB. Initial settings must be made using a desktop computer or laptop. And only after this the tablet will be able to connect to the network using a 3G modem.

Currently, there are many ways to connect a tablet computer to the World Wide Web. Which one to choose is a personal matter for each user, based on needs and capabilities.

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The best tablets without a SIM card

The market for modern gadgets is large. Therefore, choosing a suitable tablet option without a communication module will not be difficult.

Next, we will consider the most popular models among buyers in various price categories from 9 to 11 inches diagonally and their characteristics.

Lenovo TB-X103F 16Gb

Price – 7700 rubles

A budget device with a 4-core processor and 16 GB of internal memory. Its resources are enough to watch movies on the Internet and listen to music, make video calls via Wi-Fi and communicate on social networks.

Other characteristics:

operating system – Android 6.0;
RAM – 1 GB DDR3;
front and rear cameras – 5 and 2 MP;
battery capacity – 7000 mAh.

Users note good build quality, stable operation, and good sound.

Among the shortcomings - the tablet slows down during “heavy” games, and the camera is weak.

Lenovo TB-X103F 16Gb

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T580 16 GB

Price – 15100 rubles

A mid-price tablet without a SIM card from a world-famous corporation. The manufacturer has endowed it with 8 cores and 16 GB of memory. It was announced in 2021 and has an outdated Android 6, but is still in demand due to its good characteristics and reasonable cost for most users.

Its parameters:

operating system – Android 6.0;
RAM – 2 GB;
front and rear cameras – 8 and 2 MP;
battery capacity – 7300 mAh.

The advantages are excellent display resolution and operating time, loud sound of good quality and performance. The only downside is that it takes a long time to charge.

A distinctive feature is powerful magnets on the back panel. You can attach it, for example, to the refrigerator and combine watching movies with household chores.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T580 16 GB

Apple iPad (2018) 32Gb Wi-Fi

Price – 23300 rubles

One of the best tablets without a SIM card. An excellent model for those who are not chasing flagships. A processor with 4 cores and 32 GB of internal memory is what is needed for active users of the World Wide Web and fans of Apple products.

Characteristics of this tablet without a SIM card:

operating system – iOS;
RAM – 2 GB DDR3;
front and rear cameras – 8 and 1.2 MPix;
battery capacity – 32.4 Wh.

Inexpensive and productive iPad with high screen resolution. Your eyes don’t get tired even when watching videos for a long time, you can read and play games.

Apple iPad (2018) 32Gb Wi-Fi

Lenovo IdeaPad D330 N4000 4 GB 64GB WiFi

Price – about 24,200 rubles

Tablet with keyboard 10.1 from Lenovo. 2 cores, 64 GB of memory, a docking station and the Windows 10 operating system allow you to perform more complex tasks, and are also suitable for those who do not like to type with an on-screen keyboard or are used to using a regular laptop and want to use its mini version outside the home. A great option for students without a SIM card.

Options:

operating system – Windows 10;
RAM – 4 GB LPDDR4;
front and rear cameras – 5 and 2 MP;
battery capacity – 5080 mAh.

Users note the lightness of the gadget, the functionality of a laptop, the ability to use it for reading, watching videos, and surfing the Internet.

The disadvantages are the play and creaking of the folding mechanism and the inability to charge from a power bank, such as an Android tablet.

Lenovo IdeaPad D330 N4000 4 GB 64GB WiFi

How to connect the Internet to your tablet yourself

Connecting the Internet to a tablet is probably the first thing every owner of a mobile device thinks about as soon as he picks it up.
Today, the Internet is needed not only for communication: for a long time, many programs, in addition to instant messengers and mail, and even some games require constant connection to the Internet. You can choose the best Internet for your tablet based on the specific conditions in which you plan to use it. For example, for those who use the device only at home, and for people who are actively on the move and constantly in touch, different connection options will be optimal.

There are several ways to connect your tablet to the Internet. The choice will depend on your device configuration, the availability of additional equipment, and in some cases, your geographic location.

This is the same external 3G/4G module as the modem from the previous paragraph, with one difference: the Internet is distributed via Wi-Fi. The device can be powered by batteries or a rechargeable battery with USB charging. Among the advantages of the solution:

If the signal is bad, you can put the router in a high place, where it “catch” better;
You can connect several devices to the network at once;
It is possible to connect Apple devices.

When purchasing, pay attention to all the parameters from the previous paragraph and, additionally, to the operating time of the modem. Using the device is very simple: turn it on, select the desired Wi-Fi network on the tablet, enter the password, and here it is - the Internet.

Using mobile Internet while roaming can be very expensive. When entering another country, it is best to remove the SIM card from the tablet and hide it in a safe place.

In many countries, you will probably find favorable local offers for connecting to 3G Internet for foreigners. It is better to study this issue in advance, becoming familiar with the offers from the main operators and their coverage areas. Such information is often provided on travel websites.

In addition, modern hotels offer wireless Internet. True, in the vast majority of cases it is only available at the reception and rooms close to it.

Wireless network using PC

Through the router in the apartment you can enter the global web. This is possible for a laptop, cell phone, and tablet device. However, if there is no router and only a wired web resource is available, you need to connect the Internet to the tablet not directly, but through a computer.

The system module is converted into a router.

Open the settings menu on your PC.
Find the Mobile Hotspot column.
Enter login and password information.
Allow the connection to be used on other devices and click on Wi-Fi.
Establish an Internet connection on the tablet.