Category: System Tune-Up
| Restoring the Safely Remove Hardware Icon |
| Has your Safely Remove Hardware icon ever disappeared from your system tray? If so, what did you do to remove your hardware? You probably did it in an unsafe way, didn’t you? Well, don’t let that happen again! Read here and find out how you can restore that icon in mere minutes. It will save you a lot of trouble on down the road, so give it a try today! |
| Disabling the Vista Startup Password |
| Are you using Windows Vista? If so, you may recall that when you first got your computer, you were required to create a startup password. While that’s a good security measure for some, it can get rather annoying. I mean, typing that password in every time I turn on my computer is just not something I want to spend my time doing. So, if you’re like me and you would like to remove that password for good, just click here and follow along. Everything is explained here! |
| Uninstall That, Please |
| Do you often download the Firefox extensions and Greasemonkey scripts that we recommend here at WorldStart? If so, there may come a time when you want to remove some of those and that’s perfectly fine. (We won’t hold it against you!) It’s very easy to do too. Read here for all the details and get it done fast! |
| Preventing AutoRun Attacks From Malicious CDs |
| Is your computer set up to run the AutoRun automatically every time you insert a disk? If so, you could be putting yourself in danger for a malicious attack. There are a few things you can do to keep yourself safe though. Read here and learn all about them! |
| News Alert: Vista SP 1 is Here! |
| Have you heard the good news yet?! Well, just in case you haven’t, I’m here to tell you that the new Windows Vista SP 1 has finally arrived. We’ve all been waiting on it for so long, it’s hard to believe it’s actually here. Read here to learn all about it and find out how you can get it for yourself today! |
| Clearing Out Unwanted Network Icons |
| Take a look down in your system tray. Do you have a lot of extra network icons just hanging around? You know, the ones you don’t use anymore. Want to clear some of those out? Then read here and find out how you can do just that, quickly and easily! |
| Do You Need Those IE Updates? |
| So, tell me, have you stopped using Internet Explorer all together? Maybe you just prefer to use Firefox as your main Web browser. That’s fine, but you should never stop installing the monthly updates for IE. Want to know why? Then read here and find out! |
| Creating a Password Reset Disk |
| Do you often forget your password for either Windows Vista or XP? If so, you need to make yourself a little something called a password reset disk. And luckily, it’s one of the easiest things to do. Read here for the full scoop and never forget your password again! |
| Resetting Your Vista Password |
| Have you ever forgotten your Windows Vista password? If you have, it’s okay. It happens to the best of us. Plus, all you need is a quick reset and you’ll be back in business. Read here to learn how you can do just that and get everything back to normal today! |
| Vista’s Device Manager |
| Are you new to using Windows Vista? If so, you may not have had time to figure out the Device Manager yet. That’s okay, but you shouldn’t put it off too much longer and I’ve got just the thing that can help you. Read here for all the details! |
| Vista Install Problems |
| Have you recently made the switch over to Windows Vista? If so, have you been having trouble every time you install a new program? Can’t quite figure out why? Then this tip may help. Read here for all the details! |
| Resetting Your XP Password |
| Have you ever lose or forgotten your Windows XP password? It happens to the best of us, but it’s pretty important information to have, so what can you do? Well, I’ve got some ideas that may help. Read here to learn all about them! |
| Don’t Highlight That! |
| Do you install new programs on your computer on a regular basis? If so, do you ever get tired of how Windows XP always highlights them for you in the Start menu? I know I do! Want to stop the highlighting thing altogether? Then read here and find out how you can do just that! |
| An IP Address Upgrade |
| Do you think it’s about time for an IP address upgrade? Well, the time has come! Read here to learn all about the new IPv6 version and when you can expect it to arrive! |
| Vista Quick Launch Hotkeys |
| If you recall, awhile back, I told you how to set up your Windows Vista Quick Launch Toolbar. Well, now I’m going to tell you how you can set up your very own hotkeys to go along with it. Read here for the full scoop. You don’t want to miss this one! |
| Stop That Clicking Sound |
| Have you ever been plagued by that dreadful clicking sound Internet Explorer makes every time you click on a link? Want to turn it off and give your ears a rest? Then read here and find out how you can do just that. With just a few clicks here and a couple clicks there, you’ll be able to surf the Web in silence. Check it out! |
| Quick Launch in Vista |
| Are you new to Windows Vista? Having a little trouble figuring out how to get your Quick Launch Toolbar all set up? If so, read here and find out what all you need to do to get yours set up. It’s super easy, I promise. You’ll be glad you did! |
| January 2008 Updates |
| Have you installed the Windows updates for January 2008 yet? (If not, you really should!) If so, are you still a little unsure as to what actually changed on your computer? That’s understandable! Well, read here and you’ll learn all about the most recent updates. It’s all you have to do to stay as safe as can be for another month! |
| Unplugged: Plug and Play |
| You’ve all heard of the term “plug and play,” right? Ever have any trouble trying to use your plug and play devices? If so, I’ve got just the solution you’ve been looking for. Read here to learn all about it! |
| Unnecessary Features in Vista |
| Have you been using Windows Vista for awhile now? If so, you’ve probably figured out that there are some programs always running that don’t need to be, right? Want to turn those off? I thought you might! Well, all you have to do to get the job done is read here and learn how. It’s super simple! |
| User Switching in XP |
| Have you ever needed to quickly switch users in Windows XP, but couldn’t quite figure out how to do it? If so, I can show you a quick way to do just that, along with a step-by-step guide on how to make the switch without losing any of the files you may be working on. Read here for all the details! |
| Stop Working So Hard |
| Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, does it seem like your hard drive is working just a little too hard? Then give it a break! There are two methods you can use to do just that and you’ll find both of them explained right here. Check it out! |
| Speed Up Those Drives |
| Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, are you a little disappointed in how slow your drives run? Want to speed them up a bit? Then read here and find out how you can do just that! |
| Troubleshooting Session: Video Cards |
| Have you been having some trouble with your monitor lately? Think your video card may be going bad? Then it’s time for some video card troubleshooting. Read here for some tips on how you can get down to the root of your problems! |
| Vista Auto-Defrag |
| Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, have you run a defrag on your computer yet? Or, better yet, has Vista run one for you? Yeah, that’s more like it. Well, if you’d like to run your defrags on your own terms from now on, read here to find out how you can do just that! |
| Keeping Your Wireless Network Safe |
| Do you use a wireless network in your home? Do you constantly worry about its safety? These days, it’s so easy for others to get into your system and steal your signal. Well, luckily, there are things you can do to keep that from happening. Read here to find out what! |
| Speed Up Your Vista Searches |
| Are you a Vista user now? If so, are you a little disappointed in the speed of the new search feature? I know I was when I first started using it. Well, luckily, there are a couple things you can do to speed it up. Check them out right here, right now! |
| Removing Adware From Your PC |
| Are you worried that your computer has a lot of adware on it? Want some easy ways to get all of that cleaned up? I don’t blame you! Well, all you have to do is read here and the job will be done. Check it out today and keep your computer as safe as possible! |
| All New Cleaner |
| Are you an avid CCleaner user? If so, you’re going to jump with joy when I tell you a brand new version of it is now available for download! (I’ll wait right here while you finish jumping). Read here to learn all about it and get it for yourself today! |
| Stop Those Permission Pop Ups |
| Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, I’m sure you’ve had the privilege of experiencing the permission pop ups. Aren’t those little things just so annoying?! Well, lucky for you, there’s a way you can turn them off. Want to know how? Then read here and find out! |
| A Better Vista Defrag |
| If you’ve done a Windows Vista defrag, you know it leaves something to be desired. Yes, it’s definitely a cut down version from XP, but there’s nothing we can do about it. Or, is there? There may be with Auslogics Disk Defrag. Read here to learn all about it and bring your Vista defrags back to life! |
| Power Supply Gone Bad |
| Do you think your power supply has “died?” If so, it’s time to replace it. But, don’t worry, it’s not that difficult and you’ll be back up and running in no time. Read here to find out some more information about power supplies and how to shop for a new one. Check it out! |
| Disk Cleanup in Vista |
| Are you new to using Windows Vista? If so, you may have not found where the disk cleanup feature is located yet. Am I right? If that’s the case, read here and find out where it’s at and how it has changed from version to version. Check it out today and clean up your computer! |
| Deleting IE 7 Cookies |
| Are you new to Internet Explorer 7? If so, are you having a little trouble figuring out where you can go to delete your cookies? Well, I’ve got the answer for you right here. Check it out today and get rid of those cookies! |
| Now Available: Firefox 2.0.0.9 |
| Yep, even though it’s only been a couple weeks since version 2.0.0.8 made its debut, Firefox 2.0.0.9 is now available for download. It takes care of a lot of issues that were residing in the previous versions. Be sure to check it out and download it today. It’s the only way to keep yourself updated and safe! |
| A Vista Defrag |
| Are you new to using Windows Vista? Not sure where to find the defrag function? If you said yes to both of those questions, this tip is for you. Read here to learn all about doing a Vista defrag! |
| Analyze It First |
| Is it time to defrag your computer system? If so, how would you like to save yourself a little time? To do that, all you have to do is analyze your system first. I know it may sound a little weird, but if you read this tip, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. Check it out! |
| Vista’s ReadyBoost |
| The Windows Vista operating system has a new feature that is designed to give users a quick, simple and cheap way to boost the performance of their Vista powered PC. It is called ReadyBoost and trust me, it does just that! Read here for all the important details. |
| The Leopard is Loose |
| Are you a Mac user? If so, I’ve got some great news for you today! Yep, a brand new operating system for Macs has just been released. It’s called the Leopard and it is nothing short of spectacular. Read all about it here! |
| Vista Event Viewer |
| Are you a Windows Vista user? Are you having a little difficulty trying to use the new Event Viewer within it? If so, read here and figure it all out! |
| Mysterious Restarts |
| Is your computer restarting itself on a regular basis and for no apparent reason? If so, there are a number of things that could be going on. Read here to learn about some of them and how you can get rid of your restarting blues! |
| Two New Updates |
| Are you an avid user of Foxit Reader? How about CCleaner? Either way, I’ve got some great news for you all today. Both programs have just recently been updated and I’m telling you, you don’t want to miss out on it. Check it out today! |
| Timely Defrags |
| Ever wonder how often you’re supposed to defrag your computer? Need to know the basics you should follow when it comes to getting that done? Then read here and find out all about it! |
| Troubleshooting Active Content |
| Do you ever have trouble loading certain Web sites that you love to visit? If so, you may have a problem with active content. But there are easy ways to fix it, so just read here for all the information you’ll need to take care of it. This one’s a must read! |
| Will That Work? |
| I’m sure you’re probably wondering, “Will what work?” Right? Well, all I’m going to say is you’re going to have to read this tip to find out. So, get to it! |
| New Release: CCleaner 2.0 |
| Are you an avid CCleaner user? If so, you’re going to love that a new version has finally become available. It’s coming with tons of new features that I know you’re just going to love. Check it all out today, right here, right now! |
| Resize Your Vista Partitions |
| Have you ever had the need to shrink or extend one of your hard drive partitions? If so, it’s been difficult up until now, but Windows Vista has brought a new and easy way of getting the job done to all of us. Yes! Check it out today. |
| No Need for That in Vista |
| Are you a new Windows Vista user? If so, have you been noticing that there are some programs running on your computer that don’t necessarily need to be? If that’s the case, read here and find out how you can stop some of those from taking up your precious space. This is a must read! |
| Using Vista’s Cursors |
| Are you bored with the cursors your Windows XP offers you? Or, any other older Windows version, for that matter. If so, how would you like to use the ones Vista offers? If that sounds like a good idea to you, check out this tip and start using much cooler cursors today! |
| Windows SteadyState |
| Have you heard of Windows SteadyState? If not, it’s something you’ll definitely want to check out, especially if you’re part of a shared access computer network. Just click here and learn all about it right now! |
| Explorer.exe |
| Has your explorer.exe file ever been hacked? Have some trouble getting it back to normal? If so, you’ve got to check this tip out. It will help you get everything back up and running, just the way it’s meant to be! |
| Vista Sound and Volume Controls |
| If you’re a Windows Vista user, are you having some trouble working with the sound and volume controls within it? If so, read here and have all your questions answered! |
| Vista Parental Controls |
| Are you children getting ready to go back to school? If so, they’re going to be using your computer a lot more, so isn’t it time to have some control over it? You can do that easily with the Vista parental controls. Read here and learn all about it! |
| Working with Windows Defender |
| Ever wonder what else Windows Defender can do for your Windows Vista computer? How about some help with your startup menu? If that’s what you’ve been waiting on, read here now! |
| A Vista Uninstall |
| Need to uninstall something on your Windows Vista computer? Having a little trouble finding an easy way to do that? If so, read this tip and have it done in a matter of seconds. It’s so easy with Vista! |
| Dual Boot to Vista |
| Are you running a dual boot system? Maybe you have Windows XP and Windows Vista. Either way, are you default settings backwards? Would you like another operating system to be your default? If so, read here and find out how you can make that happen. It’s so easy too! |
| Keep Your Drivers Updated |
| Do you need a little help with updating your drivers? Not sure how to do it? Then let the program of Software Inspector help you. Read here for all the important details! |
| Boost Your Wireless Connection |
| Ever run into problems with a slow wireless connection? Does your router seem like it needs a little boost? If so, read here for some suggestions on how you can make that happen. Once you’re done, you should be able to enjoy fast wireless again. Oh yeah! |
| The Uninstallers |
| Do you ever run into trouble when you’re trying to uninstall a program on your computer? Need a little boost to get that program off your computer for good? Then try these two uninstall programs. They work wonders. Just click here to learn about all the details! |
| Vista Startup Sounds |
| Are you a new Windows Vista user? Do you get tired of the noises that pop up every time you boot up your Vista computer? If so, there is a way you can turn those sounds off. Want to know how? Then read here! |
| Temporary Vista Files |
| Are you one of the many users now using a Windows Vista computer? If you |
