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What can you tell me about the Photo Gallery feature that comes with Windows Vista? I haven’t gotten Vista yet, but this is one of the features I’m interested in learning more about before making the switch. Any information you have would be greatly appreciated!
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Ah, yes, the Photo Gallery. This is actually one of the new features that caught my eye when I first started… Continue reading
A Couple of Warnings
Here are a couple of quick warnings for you. I thought they were very important for you all to know about, but I also didn’t want to go full fledged on them, so here are just some brief descriptions about the two safety hazards. This tip will at least give you enough information to avoid any problems you may encounter in the future. Here we go!… Continue reading
Messenger Gadget
After reviewing many articles done on Windows Vista, I got to thinking about new gadgets I could download and integrate into the Vista sidebar. I was able to find several of them on the Windows Live Gallery Web site and one that I found was the Messenger Gadget. And if you use MSN’s Messenger (also known as Windows Live Messenger), you can download and install it… Continue reading
Q:
Do you happen to have any suggestions on which ISPs are the best or which ones are the worst? I’m thinking about switching to a new one, but I don’t really know who to go with. Please help!
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It’s very interesting that you asked that question today. I was actually browsing through our message board the other day and I found a posting from one of… Continue reading
Q:
Awhile back, you said something about SeaMonkey having extensions and different themes you could get for it. Can you please give me some more information about all that? I would really appreciate it. Thanks!
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Well, of course I can! And my goodness, you just asked so nicely. There’s no way I could pass up this question any longer. To begin, you are absolutely right. In another… Continue reading
Click What?
Here’s a quick one for you! When you’re working on your computer, how many times a day do you run across something that tells you to right click? I know we use that phrase in our computer tips all the time and I’m always seeing it on different Web sites as well. It seems like an easy thing to do, but what if you don’t know how? Well… Continue reading
A Vista Double Feature
Tip #1 – Turning Vista Features Off
Some programs and features that are included with Windows, such as Internet Information Services, must be turned on before you can use them. On the other hand, other features are turned on by default. But don’t worry, you can turn them off if you don’t use them.
In earlier versions of Windows, to turn a feature off, you had… Continue reading
Greasemonkey and Gmail
You’ve all heard of Gmail, right? Many of you probably even use it! Gmail is very popular, due to its large storage space, its simple interface and its ability to be easily customized. Using the Greasemonkey add on we talked about yesterday, I’m going to show you how to unlock a lot of cool features in Gmail.
First, you need to get the Greasemonkey… Continue reading
Get Greasemonkey
Hello again! In yesterday’s newsletter, we worked with changing the layout and color scheme of your favorite Web sites. And today, we are going to change and add functionality to them as well! To do that, we’ll once again be using Firefox, but this time with a different extension. We’ll be working with an extension called Greasemonkey. So, without further ado, let’s begin!
1.) You’ll first need to… Continue reading
Create Your Own Style
You’ve probably thought about changing the layout of one of your favorite Web sites at one time or another, right? Many of us have and I know for sure that I have! Along with that, you may have wanted to remove a sidebar, change the colors or maybe even get rid of some of those annoying ads. But, there has never really been an easy way… Continue reading
Q:
I keep seeing the name SeaMonkey everywhere, but I don’t have the slightest idea what it is. Can you please inform me?
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I sure can! To be honest, the whole idea behind SeaMonkey had me confused at first too. I had a general idea of what it was, but after doing some research, I wasn’t able to pinpoint down a decent explanation. But after compiling everything… Continue reading
Top Spammer Caught
To begin, I just want to let you know that this tip is a little different from what I normally give you, but it was so interesting to me and I thought you all might like to know about it too. I’m sure by now, several of you have already read about this somewhere else, but just in case you haven’t, I’m here to give you the… Continue reading
Q:
The other day, my grandson accidentally spilled some water on my laptop. I know he didn’t mean to and I cleaned it up the best I could, but I’m extremely worried about what will happen to my computer. Is there any way of saving it or what do I need to do next? Please help me!
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I know you already feel this way, but ouch, that… Continue reading
Vista Program Compatibility
I’m going to take a guess and bet that most of you who have upgraded to Windows Vista are having a little trouble getting your older programs to work. Am I right? You know, programs that worked fine for you with Windows XP (or even older versions of Windows) just don’t work so well anymore. So, is there anything you can do to get the programs you… Continue reading
Service Pack for Vista: Yes or No?
If you’ve already upgraded to the new operating system of Windows Vista or if you’re thinking about doing it soon, you’re probably wondering about a Service Pack for it, right? I mean, Windows XP had them, so why not Vista? Well, keep reading to find out the whole scoop on this situation!
By now, it’s hopeful that Microsoft has figured out that there… Continue reading
Vista Compatible: Yes or No?
Are you one of the many who have made the switch over to the new operating system of Windows Vista? If so, are you having some trouble finding programs and other applications that will work on your new computer? I know a lot of computer companies (including us here at WorldStart) are working very hard to test their products for Vista compatibility, but with there… Continue reading
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All this week, I have been seeing stuff about an FBI wiretap. I even saw something about it on your message board, but I’m still not sure what the whole deal is with it. Can you explain it a little more for us? Thanks!
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You know, I’ve been seeing stuff about that all week too and I just haven’t had the time to really check it… Continue reading
Two New Vista Tips
I thought I’d give you a double dose of Windows Vista tips today. I hope you don’t mind too much. Keep reading for all the Vista action fun!
1.) Using Smaller Start Menu Icons
The new operating system of Windows Vista uses large icons by default in the Start menu. But what if you don’t like them that way? Is there a way to change them… Continue reading
PC Cooling
If you’ve heard of this term before, but you’re not quite sure what all it entails, keep reading, because I’ve got some very interesting information for you today!
A simple definition of PC cooling is that it’s an advanced technology that is used to relieve heat from electronic components. These components usually operate normally and have long lifespans; that is, unless they are overheated. A good example of… Continue reading
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I am new to Windows Vista and I was wondering how I can make screenshots with it. Is there an easier way than XP had or is it all the same?
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Excellent question! In the past couple of days, I’ve realized that several of you have upgraded to Windows Vista and the questions on how to do things with the new operating system are just pouring… Continue reading
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I also just upgraded to Windows Vista and although I really like the 3D desktop, there are some features I’d just like to turn off. How can I do that? Please help!
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Here’s WorldStart to the rescue again! I’ve heard so many varying views about the new operating system of Windows Vista that it’s not even funny anymore. Some people hate it, some people love it… Continue reading
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I just upgraded to Windows Vista and I’m having trouble figuring out how the CD AutoRun feature works. Can you help me with this, please?
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Why, I sure can! One of my co-workers here who uses a Vista computer was actually having trouble with that the other day as well. And after I received this question in my e-mail, I figured it must be a common… Continue reading
Searching in Vista
Are you new to Windows Vista? Are you having trouble figuring out the new search feature it offers? If so, come along with me as I explain everything about this new searching method!
Microsoft’s Windows Vista includes a great search facility that enables you to search for documents and files from the Windows Explorer window or even directly from a text area under the Start menu.
It… Continue reading
1. If your computer has a motherboard with a built in Hi-Definition audio support, you can use a very cool feature in Vista and Windows 7 that lets you control the bass, create a virtual surround sound and even correct your non-acoustic rooms. To enable these options, you need to go to the Sound option in the Control Panel. Under the Playback tab, you should see an option that… Continue reading
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Can you tell me why computers need batteries? I was just thinking about it the other day and I thought I would ask.
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That’s a very interesting question! Once I read this question, I was like, “Hmmm, I’ve never really thought about that.” I mean, why do computers need batteries? Don’t they have enough power surging through them to work without a battery? Well, yes they… Continue reading
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I’m thinking about buying a new computer, but I really don’t want to have Vista as my operating system. Is there any place I can get one with XP on it? Please help!
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That’s a very interesting question. With all the hype about the new operating system of Windows Vista, I think a lot of computer companies have forgotten that not everyone wants it. It’s plain… Continue reading
Even More Vista Tips
Although it’s been quite some time since Windows Vista was released, there are still some users who are making the transition slowly. And from what I have been reading on the Internet, not everybody is finding Vista very easy to work with. So, today I will share some more Windows Vista tips and tricks with you that should make the transition a little more smooth. Hopefully… Continue reading
