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Okay, so I know we’ve gone over this one before, but a lot of you have been asking about it recently and it seems like many of you are still having trouble with it, so I thought I’d go over it again today. What am I talking about? Well, you may or may not know that the Control Panel on your computer has two different views. That’s right, it… Continue reading

Q:
So, now that the Windows XP SP3 has finally been released, can we expect any new features from it? That information would be very helpful as well. Thanks!

A:
I’m so glad you asked! We’ve been going back and forth with the release of the new Windows XP Service Pack 3 for so long, it looks like we here at WorldStart forgot to mention its new features… Continue reading

XP SP3: Still On Hold

Several of you have been asking me about this and after doing a lot of research, I think I’ve finally figured out what’s going on. As you all know, in a prior issue of the newsletter, I told you the Windows XP SP3 would be released to the public on April 29, 2008. Well, that day has come and gone and there’s still… Continue reading

Issues with Vista SP1

As you know, the Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Windows Vista is an important update for the Vista operating system. The Vista SP1 includes improved security, reliability and other feature updates for Windows Vista. However, while most programs will continue to work as expected after you install the SP1, you may experience a loss of functionality with a few others.

Here’s a basic list of some… Continue reading

XP SP3 is Coming!

Have you heard the good news?! Talk about this has been spreading like wildfire all over the Internet, so I’m sure most of you already know, but just in case you don’t, allow me to fill you in. Microsoft finally made the announcement that the Windows XP Service Pack 3 will make its debut on April 29, 2008 (that’s only a few days away!)… Continue reading

Q:
I’ve been using your new gadgets and checking out your new homepage pretty much everyday and I was just wondering if you guys are working on anything else. I love everything you put out, so I just wanted to make sure I’m not missing anything. Thanks for all your help!

A:
Well, thank you very much for asking! Over the past few weeks, we here at WorldStart… Continue reading

Vista Update Wreaks Havoc

Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, have you been experiencing some problems with some of your USB devices within the last couple of days? Perhaps your keyboard and mouse just stopped working or maybe you’re having trouble with some of your other devices. Either way, what a pain, right?! I mean, how are you supposed to get any of your work done… Continue reading

Just Checking In

So, I know we here at WorldStart have thrown a lot at you in the last couple of weeks and I just wanted to take a little time today to go over everything one more time. We’ve been getting a lot of phone calls and e-mails about our new features, so I just want to make sure everyone’s clear on everything that’s going on. We’ve… Continue reading

Getting the Most Out of Your Webcam

With the Internet catching the fancy of millions and video conferencing becoming a norm, it’s now more important than ever to make the most out of your Webcam. And below is a simple guide you can follow that will help you do just that. Let’s get started!

Lighting is Everything

Using a Webcam is really nothing more than… Continue reading

Microsoft Extends XP’s Life

As you may remember, a couple weeks ago, we ran an article in the newsletter that basically said Microsoft is cutting off Windows XP completely starting on June 30, 2008. I know most of you read that article, because I received tons of e-mails from all of you with comments, concerns and even some complaints. Unfortunately, there wasn’t much I could say… Continue reading

More on Vista’s Snipping Tool

As you may recall, last week, I wrote an article about the Snipping Tool found in the operating system of Windows Vista. After it was featured in the newsletter, I received several e-mails with complaints of it not working. I didn’t understand why that would be happening, because when I tried it out, it worked just fine. Well, I got to… Continue reading

Windows XP: Going Off the Market?

With Windows Vista’s popularity still on the low side, Microsoft is trying anything they can think of to boost their new operating system’s sales. Unfortunately, they have found one method that most of us will have a hard time accepting. On June 30, 2008, Microsoft will basically “kill off” their famous operating system of Windows XP, taking it off the market all together.

This… Continue reading

Windows Vista Battery Saver

You may not be aware, but it is widely believed that the Windows Vista Aero interface drains the battery completely from your system. But, along with many others, I dispute this claim! Several users have asked me if turning off the Aero interface will help save a few precious minutes of battery life. Well, let’s go and find out!

It just so happens that there is… Continue reading

Q:
Can you tell me a little about the MacBook Air? I’ve been seeing the commercials on TV for it, but I’d like to know a little more about it before I consider getting one. Thanks for all your help!

A:
Oh, I’m so excited that you asked this question! I, too, have seen the commercials on TV for the new MacBook Air laptop and it’s pretty much… Continue reading

Copying Your Error Messages

What do you do when you receive a cryptic error message? Most computer users search for the error on the Web with their favorite search engine. However, that means you have to copy down the entire error message and then go off and search for it. Well, not anymore! Today, I’m going to show you a little trick that makes this procedure so much easier. Let’s… Continue reading

A Little Ease of Access: The Keyboard Way

Have you ever wondered if everything on your computer could be done with just your keyboard and no mouse use at all? Well, I’m happy to report that yes, it is indeed possible with a cool little feature in Windows Vista called Ease of Access. So, come along with me as I take you through the steps needed to configure this new… Continue reading

A Cheaper Vista

Are you among the many who still haven’t made the switch over to Windows Vista? Well, you’re definitely not alone. Thousands of individual users and businesses alike are still using older operating systems like Windows XP. Some say they just don’t want to have to learn a whole new operating system, while others say they’re just waiting until the Vista SP 1 is released. Some… Continue reading

There are some things people do to their laptops that can put them in great danger. One major example is letting their laptop charge for longer than it needs to. Most laptop owners are under the impression that if they leave their laptop on the charger for as long as possible, they’ll be able to get more “juice” (power) out of it. And that’s just simply not true. In reality… Continue reading

Q:
I just heard that the release of the Vista SP 1 has been pushed back even further. Do you know anything about that? What’s going on? Please explain!

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Ah, yes, the infamous Windows Vista SP 1 question! It’s no surprise that you asked this question, because it’s been one of the most popular for the past couple of days. And since so many of you want… Continue reading

Vista contains many changes and new features over the earlier version of Windows XP. But, most importantly, it comes with a whole slew of new energy saving features. So, what do you say we take a look and see what we’ve got? Let’s go!

What it Means in Plain English

With Windows Vista, Microsoft planned to put their machines to “sleep” after an hour of… Continue reading

Q:
Do you know anything about the new program from Microsoft called HD View? If so, I’d really love to learn more about it. Thanks for all your help!

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Ah, yes, I know exactly what you’re talking about! This was actually mentioned on WorldStart’s message board last month (thanks “pesach!”), but I didn’t pay much attention to it until just recently. After I saw today’s question in… Continue reading

Microsoft Bids on Yahoo!

If you read or listened to the news since last Friday (February 1, 2008) and through this past weekend, you have probably already heard about today’s topic, but just in case some of you are still in the dark, I’m here to fill you in! Toward the end of the day on Friday, a new story was plastered all over the Internet and on… Continue reading

Vista SP1: What’s New?

Yes, you read that right! Today is the day you’ve all been waiting for. According to all the e-mails and phone calls I’ve gotten in the last couple of weeks about the new Service Pack 1 for Windows Vista, you all are getting a little anxious about its release. I won’t lie, I’m excited about it too, but even though I’ve been checking up… Continue reading

Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot of stories about people getting carpal tunnel from typing too much with their computer keyboard. Is there any truth in that? Can you please clear this up for me?

Oh, that’s a wonderful question! I’ve been asked this in the past, but I never really got around to discussing it, so I’m glad you brought it up again. This is something… Continue reading