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HOW 192: Windows Insider Gets a Reboot - Why Microsoft's Big Shift Finally Makes Sense
Microsoft is overhauling the Windows Insider program, streamlining its confusing channels and finally letting you enable new features on demand. Find out why this long-awaited change could get…
HOW 191: The Snapdragon X2 is Here - Real-World ARM Power
Next-gen Snapdragon X2 Copilot Plus PCs are finally here, delivering real gaming performance and major CPU/NPU upgrades that could shake up your expectations for ARM laptops. Host: Paul Thurrott…
HOW 190: Copilot PCs in 2026 - Worth the Investment?
Are Copilot Plus PCs truly delivering the local AI power Microsoft promised, or are buyers still ending up with hardware that can't keep pace? Paul breaks down the latest specs, features, and what…
HOW 189: Running Local AI on Windows 11 - A First Look at Running AI Directly on Windows
What if powerful AI tools could run entirely on your Windows PC, with no internet required? This episode puts local small language models to the test and reveals just how close they are to their…
HOW 188: Native vs. Modern Apps - Microsoft's Native Apps Plan: Fact, Fiction, or Just Marketing?
Microsoft promises "more native apps" for Windows 11, but what does native even mean today—and are these new apps truly different from web-based ones? Paul Thurrott breaks down the blurred lines and…
HOW 187: What Microsoft Isn't Fixing in Windows 11 - Forced Telemetry, Edge, and More
Despite Microsoft's promises, real Windows 11 annoyances like forced telemetry, aggressive Edge defaults, and stubborn online account requirements remain unaddressed. Paul Thurrott calls out what…
HOW 186: Microsoft's Promises for 2026 - Microsoft's Vision for Windows 11
Microsoft has finally pledged to tackle the biggest Windows 11 pain points in 2026, from letting you move the Start menu to eliminating those endless Copilot icons. Could long-requested fixes turn…
HOW 185: Windows 11's new Features 4/2026 - Inside Windows 11's Latest Tweaks
Windows 11 is quietly rolling out subtle but genuinely useful features this year, favoring reliability and long-term usability over flashy gimmicks. Find out which updates are actually making a…
HOW 184: Power Toys Update 4/2026 - The Best Windows Utilities Just Got Smarter
PowerToys just leveled up with a feature-packed update, transforming Command Palette into a slick, customizable toolbar that could replace your Start menu and taskbar. Tune in to see what shifts for…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
HOW 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…
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.…
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