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Can you use your droid as a wireless router?

Updated: 8/19/2019
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Yes, much to the dismay of your ISP, an Android device can be used for "Tethering" or as a mobile WiFi hotspot. Simply go Settings->Wireless & network settings -> Tethering & portable hotspot.

EDIT: This only applies to Android 2.2 and above.

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