sudo apt install hostapd dnsmasq sudo nano /etc/hostapd/hostapd.conf # Add: driver=rtl8188fu, ssid=MyAP, wpa_passphrase=12345678 sudo systemctl start hostapd

The "802.11n" and "USB 2.0" in the name are major limitations.

Plug the adapter into a USB port. Windows 10 and Windows 11 usually carry the basic drivers for this device in their database and will install them automatically.

: For the most stable and verified versions for Windows 10 and Windows 11, search the Microsoft Update Catalog for "RTL8188FTV". Realtek Official Product Page