Connectify

Connectify is a special software that turns an ordinary desktop or laptop into a wireless access point for connecting to the Internet. Quite handy in some cases.

Usage

Such solutions - very useful when the router suddenly broke down, and a new one can not be bought quickly. Of course, as an eternal option for work it will not be convenient, from - because of the large number of disadvantages in long-term use. Readers should familiarize themselves with the pros and cons of using Connectify.

Pros

First and foremost, the program works not only on desktop computers, but also on laptops. Once the PC is turned into such an access point, the user has the ability to control the devices that connect to it. No third party can use this Wi-Fi hotspot, unless the user gives his consent. A special panel of the program allows you to monitor all active connections, as well as to see all the necessary information about them, such as traffic, status and so on. Connectify also has a toolkit that allows you to directly share files with connected devices. In addition, the interface is very simple and Russianized. That's the end of the pros.

Minuses

The first of them: Connectify is fundamentally incompatible with the XP version of Windows. In CIS countries this version is still very actively used, for many users this closes the possibility of using the program. Also, the method of Internet transmission, Wi-Fi, requires constant operation of the computer. If it is turned off, then no one will get the Internet, and so "burn" your iron - a thankless business. In addition, the more devices connected to the network, the more the speed of the Internet will drop. In addition, the free version of the work assumes only 90 minutes of work, and at a very low speed. Pro version - requires payment, in which case it is sometimes easier to go straight to get a new router.

Key features

• Ability to distribute Wi-Fi to a bunch of devices using a PC;
• Only an hour and a half of use in free mode;
• Ability to transfer files directly to connected devices;
• Internet is only given out when the computer is turned on;
• Works only on computers that have their own Wi-Fi adapter installed, if it is not, the application will not work.