Hands-On Windows (Audio)

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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 you... more

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The podcast currently has 115 episodes available.

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February 19, 2026HOW 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

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20min
February 12, 2026HOW 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

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16min
February 05, 2026HOW 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

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19min
January 29, 2026 HOW 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

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16min
January 22, 2026HOW 173: Keyboard Shortcuts in 2026 - Hotkeys Power Users Swear By Every Day
Think you know Windows shortcuts? Paul digs up the most efficient keys almost nobody uses, uncovering tricks Microsoft added—and quietly changed—since your last settings update.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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26min
January 15, 2026HOW 172: Native Apps to Keep or Delete - Which Windows 11 Apps Deserve a Spot on Your PC
Is Windows 11 full of apps you never use—or ones you shouldn't ignore? Paul Thurrott sorts the must-haves from the major annoyances, sharing candid takes on which programs he trusts, deletes, or wishes would finally disappear.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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19min
January 08, 2026HOW 171: 5 New Features Coming in 2026 - What's New in Windows 11 for Power Users This Year
Windows is gearing up for a transformational year, with smarter Copilot actions, streamlined widgets, and the groundwork for running background AI agents. Discover what these changes could mean for your productivity and privacy.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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21min
December 18, 2025 HOW 170: Best Windows 11 Features of 2025 - What Changed For Power Users This Year?
Windows 11 quietly shifted the way we manage apps, protect data, and interact with our devices in 2025. This episode reveals the must-try upgrades tech insiders are buzzing about.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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December 11, 2025 HOW 169: Windows 11's New Start Menu - The Windows 11 Changes You'll Actually Notice
Windows 11 just got a fresh Start menu, and it's not just a pretty face. Find out what Microsoft is quietly changing, how it affects everyone (not just Copilot+ PC users), and why your app-launching habits could shift.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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December 04, 2025 HOW 168: Windows 11 Meets Xbox - The Portable Gaming Revolution Begins
Is the future of Xbox really a PC you can hold in your hands? Paul Thurrott puts the new full-screen Xbox app for handheld gaming PCs to the test and reveals why Microsoft's latest move could reshape how—and where—you play.

Host: Paul Thurrott

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