A Hotspot allows other devices to connect to the internet via a connection. Hotspots are often found in places like coffee shops, libraries and other public places. Here's how to create the same type of connection using your Windows computer. Turning your wired Windows desktop or laptop into a Hotspot lets your connection be shared with other devices - mobile and otherwise. In this article you'll find three native Windows tools and six programs you can use to create a HotSpot.