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Cast: Jason Howell, Sam Machkovech
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60 episodes
1. Roll Your Own CloudAccess your files from anywhere, once you Know How to roll your own cloud.CC29minJul 5, 2012
2. Jailbreaking and RootingAfter this project, you'll know how to jailbreak your iOS device or root your Kindle Fire. You'll definitely want to try this at home.CC40minJul 12, 2012
3. Flash Your Router's FirmwareToday you'll be able to unleash the power of your router using DD-WRT. You'll know how to flash your router's firmware!CC29minJul 19, 2012
4. Setting Up a Media ServerGet the know how to access your movies and music around the house by easily setting up a media server.CC24minJul 26, 2012
5. Resurrect an Old PC With LinuxGet the know how to take your old PC and give it a new life.CC27minAug 2, 2012
6. Make Your Tech Life More SecureToday, Leo and Iyaz show you ways to keep your online stuff safer by making your tech life more secure.CC25minAug 9, 2012
7. SolderingSoldering is an essential skill to learn if you like to mess with hardware. Find out how to solder in today's episode!CC26minAug 16, 2012
8. Portable AppsPortable apps let you bring your favorite programs with you where ever you go. Find out how to use portable apps on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux!CC34minAug 23, 2012
9. Build a Virtual MachineVirtual machines allow you to try out all kinds of operating systems without having to muck with your hard drive or setting up a multi-boot system. Find out how to run virtual machines in today's episode.CC26minAug 30, 2012
10. Upgrade Your Retina MacBook ProUpgrading the SSD in the newest MacBook Pro is much easier than you think. Leo shows Iyaz how easy it is in this episode.CC26minSep 6, 2012
11. Ditch Your Landline PhoneMake calls online instead of using your landline.CC20minSep 13, 2012
12. Make Your Computer a DVRToss out your DVR and save some money. Know how to make your PC record your favorite television shows and movies.CC32minSep 20, 2012
13. Portable-ize Your Desktop PCMake your desktop PC portable! Ryan Marsh guests to show off his desktop PC built into a case that he can take almost anywhere.CC21minSep 27, 2012
14. Set Up a VPNLet's set up a VPN to get two computers to talk to each other.CC34minOct 4, 2012
15. To Build a PCBuild your own PC! Find out how to pick components and put together your own custom machine.CC38minOct 11, 2012
16. Staying Connected Without a Cell PhoneLive an Internet-connected life without a cell phone. Tom Merritt joins Iyaz to talk about how to go data-only!CC37minOct 18, 2012
17. Get Free HDTVGet HD television shows with an over-the-air antenna! You'll get the know how to cut the cord entirely and you'll still be able to watch sports and live events!CC22minOct 25, 2012
18. Make a Hackintosh!Run OS X on your PC if you dare. We'll show you the best resources to use to create your own Hackintosh.CC37minNov 1, 2012
19. Emergency GadgetsPut your emergency kit together and don't forget the gadgets. Tom Merritt shows everyone what's in his ready bag!CC24minNov 8, 2012
20. Make the Web Work for YouUse IFTTT to make the web work for you with guest co-host Tom Merritt!CC36minNov 15, 2012
21. Arduino 101Get started in physical electronics! Today you'll know how to program your first Arduino project.CC22minNov 29, 2012
22. Back Up Your DVDsToday, we're taking our DVDs and backing them up. Then we're going to play them on the AppleTV.CC29minDec 6, 2012
23. Podcast 101Find out everything you need to know to start your own podcast in today's episode.CC43minDec 13, 2012
24. Fix Your Parents' ComputerWe've collected the tools, tricks, and tips that Leo and Iyaz found work best to fix an ailing machine.CC23minDec 20, 2012
25. Best of 2012We bring you the must Know How tips from 2012CC40minDec 27, 2012
26. Get Fit With TechWe'll help you stay in shape using technology. There are lot of options out there, so we took a look at a whole bunch so you can find the right tech tool for the job.CC26minJan 3, 2013
27. Clean Up Your Music LibraryMake your music library super clean. Find out how to add missing album art and all kinds of music data on today's episode!CC24minJan 10, 2013
28. Child-Friendly AndroidTired of sharing your phone with your kid? Today, you'll know how to customize a phone for your child!CC24minJan 17, 2013
29. DIY TeleprompterMake your own teleprompter for a lot less than buying one. You'll need tools and some elbow grease, but it's a lot of fun.CC36minJan 24, 2013
30. Mount a TVWall-mounting a television can be daunting, but we'll give you the know how to do it like a pro!CC20minJan 31, 2013
31. Make a Raspberry Pi Media Center with XBMCWe've got XBMC running on our Raspberry Pi. Find out how to install XBMC and how it performed in this episode!CC21minFeb 14, 2013
32. Make Windows 8 Act Like Windows 7We'll show you a bunch of ways you can add functionality back to Windows 8.CC23minFeb 21, 2013
33. Ubuntu Touch on the Nexus 7Install Ubuntu Touch, get a feel for it, and find out how to put your Nexus back to Android in this episode.CC20minFeb 28, 2013
34. Set Up Wireless AudioTired of trying to listen to music from your phone's little speaker? Today you'll know how to set up wireless audio!CC30minMar 7, 2013
35. Organize Your PhotosYou've got tons of photos everywhere! Find out the tricks and tips to collect and organize all of your pics.CC20minMar 14, 2013
36. Simple Home Automation Using the Belkin WeMoGet an intro to home automation using a Belkin WeMo connected to IFTTT!CC16minMar 21, 2013
37. Upgrade Your Mac ProWe're going to do something Apple hasn't done in a long time - we're going to upgrade a Mac Pro.CC30minMar 28, 2013- 38. Expand Your NetworkMake your network reach new places! Russell Tammany gives us the know how to build a client bridge.CC45minApr 4, 2013
39. Organize Your CloudYour data is all over the place in the cloud. Learn how you can find your cloud stuff from one location!CC15minApr 11, 2013
40. Overclocking 101Get more performance out of your PC. Ryan Shrout joins us on how you can overclock your computer.CC24minApr 17, 2013
41. Make Your Phone Into a ComputerDid you know you could have a full PC in your pocket? Today, you'll know how to make your phone into your computer!CC25minApr 25, 2013
42. Video Compression With HandbrakeLearn how to use the free, cross-platform video converter Handbrake to get the best results.CC20minMay 2, 2013
43. Encrypt Your Data With TrueCryptFind out how to make sure no one but you can read your data using TrueCrypt.CC19minMay 9, 2013
44. Cameras 101ISO? Aperture? Huh? Find out how to make the most of your digital camera in this episode.CC39minMay 16, 2013
45. Set up a Minecraft ServerOMGcraft's Chad Johnson is here to show us how to set up a Minecraft server. It's easier than you think!CC26minMay 23, 2013
46. Make a Home StudioEver wanted to make your own shows or podcasts? Today, you'll know how to make a home studio!CC35minMay 30, 2013
47. Calibrating Your TVIf you own a TV, you should watch this episode. Today you'll know how to calibrate your TV!CC24minJun 6, 2013
48. Backing Up & Rooting Your Samsung Galaxy S3Iyaz puts his personal phone on the line. We'll back up then try to root a Samsung Galaxy S3.CC29minJun 13, 2013
49. Loading ROMs on Your Samsung Galaxy S3We're going to remove TouchWiz from this Galaxy S3. Today you'll know how to load ROMs on your Samsung Galaxy S3.CC26minJun 20, 2013
50. Encrypt Your Email With PGPShannon Morse came by to help us make our mail more secure. Find out how easy it is to encrypt your email using PGP.CC25minJun 27, 2013
51. Digitizing BooksIf you've got a big paper book library, did you know you can digitize it without destroying it? It's possible. Check out how to digitize a book!CC28minJul 11, 2013
52. Setting Up a BlogTired of the weird changes to Twitter and Facebook? Today, you'll know how to set up your own blog.CC23minJul 18, 2013
53. Installing OwnCloud to a Web ServerOwnCloud is an open source alternative to Dropbox. Find out how you can set it up in this episode!CC17minJul 25, 2013
54. How to Fix a Cracked Touch Screen PhoneBurke McQuinn drops by to show us how to replace the glass on a smartphone.CC13minAug 1, 2013
55. Make Your Phone Into A Universal RemoteGet rid of your physical remotes and control everything with your phone or tablet. See all your options in this episode!CC25minAug 8, 2013
56. Securing Your SmartphoneTerrified that your phone may fall into the hands of evildoers? Today you'll know how to secure your phone in case you lose it.CC23minAug 15, 2013
57. Turn Your Android Into a Spy CamYou demanded it! Today you'll know how to make your Android into a surveillance camera!CC11minAug 22, 2013
58. Switching From iOS to AndroidIf you've been curious about Android devices, it's easier to switch than you think. Shannon Morse comes by to help out.CC21minAug 29, 2013
59. Video Game Front EndsToday we're going to show you how to watch videos from your local network on your video game system.CC22minSep 5, 2013
60. Video Editing With an iPadIf you take video with your phone or tablet, why not make an amazing video? Today you'll know how to edit video using an iPad.CC33minSep 12, 2013
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Get the know how to make technology work for you. TWiT shows you tech projects that you can do yourself and explains everything from tech basics to advanced techniques.
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- Leo Laporte
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