How can I share my iMac's internet connection with my iPad?

Question

i have an iMac, that has internet access via cable (no WiFi).

I know, that my iMac has Wi-Fi access point.

How can I share the internet connection of iMac with iPad?

Answer 1

This is more of a Mac question than it is a gadget question. As such it would be better asked on Apple.SE or Super User.

The answer you're looking for, though, is Internet Sharing:

1. Go into the System Preferences on your iMac
2. Go to Sharing, then click on Internet Sharing
3. In the dropdown, indicate that you want to "Share your connection from" Ethernet
4. Check the Airport box
5. You have the option to set your network name, channel, and to use WEP encryption by clicking "Airport Options".
6. Finally, check the box next to "Internet Sharing" on the left hand side.
7. At the prompt, click Start.

You should now be able to connect to the internet on your iPad by selecting the network you set up on your iMac.