Hands-On Windows (Audio)
Windows 11 tips, tweaks, customization, and performance advice.
TWiT · Leo Laporte
Show overview
Hands-On Windows (Audio) has published 20 episodes during 2026. That works out to roughly 6 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 15 min and 20 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Technology show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 6 days ago, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Leo Laporte.
From the publisher
Hands-On Windows, featuring Paul Thurrott, will help you adapt to the changes made in Windows 11. From visual tweaks to performance boosts Hands-On Windows will show you how to get the most out of your Windows 11 PC. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month. New episodes every Thursday.
Latest Episodes
HOW 193: Windows 11 Update Overhaul (6/2026) - Major Changes to Windows Update and Taskbar
HOW 192: Windows Insider Gets a Reboot - Why Microsoft's Big Shift Finally Makes Sense
HOW 191: The Snapdragon X2 is Here - Real-World ARM Power
HOW 190: Copiliot PCs in 2026 - Worth the Investment?
HOW 189: Running Local AI on Windows 11 - A First Look at Running AI Directly on Windows
HOW 188: Native vs. Modern Apps - Microsoft's Native Apps Plan: Fact, Fiction, or Just Marketing?
HOW 187: What Microsoft Isn't Fixing in Windows 11 - Forced Telemetry, Edge, and More
HOW 186: Microsoft's Promises for 2026 - Microsoft's Vision for Windows 11
HOW 185: Windows 11's new Features 4/2026 - Inside Windows 11's Latest Tweaks
HOW 184: Power Toys Update 4/2026 - The Best Windows Utilities Just Got Smarter
Ep 183HOW 183: You Can't Spell Windows With AI - How to Strip AI From Windows 11
Windows 11 is doubling down on AI, but what if you want out? This episode breaks down the messy truth about stripping AI from your system and why Microsoft isn't making it easy. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ep 182HOW 182: Win11Debloat Gets a GUI - Take Command of Windows 11 With an Updated, User-Friendly Tool
Win11 Debloat just got a major upgrade with a slick new GUI, making it easier than ever to clean up your Windows 11 without wrestling with command line scripts. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT
Ep 181HOW 181: A First Look at Store CLI - Why Did Microsoft Introduce Another Command Line?
Just when you thought you knew Windows command lines, Microsoft drops Store CLI—a surprising new tool that could shake up how you discover and install apps in Windows 11. Find out why Paul Thurrott thinks this one's got an AI-fueled twist. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsors: outsystems.com/twit bitwarden.com/twit
Ep 180HOW 180: The Return of Microsoft Edit - Notepad, Move Over
Microsoft Edit is stepping into the spotlight as Notepad faces backlash for its new AI-heavy features. Find out why this lightweight, command-line text editor might just be your next favorite productivity tool. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: threatlocker.com/twit
Ep 179HOW 179: Surviving OneDrive Sync - The Hidden Drama of Windows Folder Sync
OneDrive's automatic folder backup in Windows 11 has frustrated millions, but this episode reveals new changes that finally let users opt out—if you act fast. Find out how Microsoft's latest update could solve, or complicate, your cloud storage headaches. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.
Ep 178HOW 178: Microsoft's Password Manager - Why Edge Isn't Enough for True Security
Think Microsoft's password manager in Windows 11 is enough? Paul Thurrott breaks down why even devoted Edge users might want to look elsewhere for true password security. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT
Ep 177HOW 177: Password Managers and Windows 11 - The Key to Your Online Security
From generating passkeys and payment autofill to dark web monitoring, today's password managers aren't what you remember. Paul Thurrott breaks down the must-have features and surprising pitfalls for anyone using Windows 11. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit
Ep 176HOW 176: A Practical Guide to Secure, Passwordless Logins - A Smarter Passkey Setup
Forget the built-in Windows tools—Paul shares why third-party password managers are the secret to making passkeys smarter, more powerful, and truly universal across all your devices. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: canary.tools/twit - use code: TWIT
Ep 175HOW 175: Passkeys in 25h2 - Moving Beyond Passwords
Curious about the reality behind Microsoft's passkey promise? Find out how Windows 11's latest update makes your logins both safer and simpler across all your devices, and why Paul Thurrott thinks you shouldn't rely on the default options. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: threatlocker.com/twit
Ep 174HOW 174: 2026 Security Checkup - Master Your Microsoft Account Security
Ready to purge old passwords and shore up your Microsoft account? Paul Thurrott breaks down the tactics hackers hope you'll ignore—and the must-have steps to keep your digital life safe this year. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.