TC dial hotspot or I dial then turn on TC?

Like the subject line says. This is just a basic use question. Do I open one of the free hotspot connections in my town. And then click on Trust Connect to start the secure mode. Or does Trust Connect do everything? My first laptop and wifi use. So any insight is much appreciated. Thanks.

Do I open one of the free hotspot connections in my town. And then click on Trust Connect to start the secure mode.
That's right, you should first connect to hotspot and then launch TrustConnect to secure your connection.

Thankyou. For watching video TC is probably not needed. Just log in activities like banking and email?

Yes. You may see here more detailed.