It would connect the same way you connect to any WiFi. It is possible, however, that the hotspot on your device doesn't allow access via a computer, or that the carrier/service provider has a limitation or even a restriction on it due to usage. Happens all the time. You can try the following to connect, just like you would to a router/modem WiFi connection. However, if it doesn't work, and restarting the device you are using as a hotspot doesn't help either, then you may not be able to use the device that way. You may also want to test connecting the laptop to regular WiFi connections and see if they work fine. If they do, then it is definitely the hotspot that is the problem. If, however, it won't connect to them either, then the WiFi...