PCMate Free WiFi Hotspot Creator

PCMate Free WiFi Hotspot Creator, currently at version 8.8.2.6, is a powerful tool for users who need a free and easy solution to turn their laptops into wireless hotspots. Developed by PCMateFreeSystemCare Inc., this software supports various Windows operating systems including Windows XP, XP Professional, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11. The program can be effortlessly downloaded in executable form as PCMateFreeWiFiHotspotCreat.exe.

As a part of the Internet & Network category and more specifically the Network Tools subcategory, it falls under the Freeware license. This means you can download and use it free of charge.

Previous versions like 8.8, 8.7, and 8.6 indicate that the developer has been continually updating and refining the software. This virtual WiFi hotspot creator enables the user to transform their laptop into a secure wireless hotspot using the industry-standard WPA2 PSK password. You can set both the hotspot ID (SSID) and password for safeguarding your wireless network.

The software interface makes it exceptionally easy to monitor connection details, performed operations, altered settings, and the application's status via a detailed report window. Moreover, with just a button click, you can share your internet connections—whether DSL, Cable, Bluetooth, Mobile Broadband Card, or Dial-Up—through your built-in wireless card.

Pros:

1. Free to download and use.
2. Easy setup and user-friendly interface.
3. Comprehensive support for various Windows versions.
4. Secure with WPA2 PSK password protection.
5. Real-time monitoring and reporting features.

Cons:

1. Limited to Windows operating systems.
2. May not support advanced network configurations.
3. Reliant on the laptop's built-in wireless card for functionality.

It is not possible to confirm if there is a free download for this software available on the developer's website. According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software.

You may want to check out more software, such as Free Virtual Hotspot, LionScripts Wi-Fi Hotspot Creator or PCMate Free File Recovery, which might be similar to PCMate Free WiFi Hotspot Creator.