eSnipe
Are you an eBay user? If so, have you ever been involved in bidding wars and lost multiple times? Well, if you have, this tip may be very helpful to you! Today, I’m going to introduce you to a Web page linked to eBay, called eSnipe. eSnipe is designed to help solve all of your bidding problems, to guarantee you a win almost all of the time and to… Continue reading
Q:
As we all know, Christmas is right around the corner and I’m one who likes to start my shopping early. I’m planning on doing quite a bit of it online this year though and I was wondering if you could give me some safety tips. I haven’t done a lot of online shopping in the past, so I want to make sure I do it right. Thanks for
New Release: SeaMonkey 1.1.6
It’s been less than a month since the last version of SeaMonkey was released, but that doesn’t mean much when updates need to be made! And that’s exactly why another new version of SeaMonkey has just been released. On November 5, 2007 (this past Monday), SeaMonkey 1.1.6 was released to the public and it is now available for download. As you may recall, version… Continue reading
3D Virtual Chat Worlds
Virtual 3D chat worlds are the new type of chat sites emerging almost everywhere on the Internet today. They are making use of 3D images and characters to give users a sense of a virtual world where they can move around and meet other people. You can create your own unique identities in these chat rooms by creating avatars and you can develop relationships… Continue reading
Q:
Can you talk a little about the search engine of Prevy.com? It seems like a really good search tool, but I would still like to know a little more about its features, etc. Thanks for your assistance!
A:
Of course I can! Prevy.com is actually one of my favorite new search engines, so I’ll have no trouble whatsoever telling you all about it. We all know there… Continue reading
Deleting IE 7 Cookies
Lately, several of you have been asking about deleting cookies in Windows Vista and while that’s a valid question, I think we all may be a little confused about this whole thing. For starters, cookies don’t really lie within your operating system, rather they come from your Web browser. So, even if you’re using the new operating system of Vista, your cookies are still… Continue reading
Now Available: Firefox 2.0.0.9
If you recall, in last Wednesday’s issue of the newsletter, I informed you that Firefox version 2.0.0.9 would soon be released. At that time, it wasn’t finished yet, but I told you it would be on its way very soon and well, it has arrived! The new Firefox 2.0.0.9 was released this past Friday (November 2, 2007) and it is now available for download… Continue reading
Q:
I saw something online the other day about some hidden features in Google. Do you know anything about this? If so, what’s it referring to? I would love to know!
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Well, I’m not sure where you got your information, but I do have some Google secrets of my own that I can show you. My source for this is actually from one of WorldStart’s message board… Continue reading
LaptopLock
Having gone through the unnerving experience of having my laptop stolen a few months ago, I know how devastating it can be. My whole life for the past few years virtually disappeared in one moment of carelessness.
So, when I came across the following free service, I jumped at the opportunity to try it out and now, I want to share it with all of you!
It’s called LaptopLock
Can you please go over what Web site certificates are? I’m having a little trouble understanding their purpose. Thanks for all your help!
Wow, you guys come up with some really great questions! I have to tell you, the Q&A section of the newsletter is my favorite, because often times
Coming Soon: Firefox 2.0.0.9
If you’re a huge fan of the Firefox Web browser, you may have already heard about this, but just in case you haven’t, I’m here to fill you in! If you recall, it’s only been a couple weeks since the Mozilla company released a new 2.0.0.8 version of Firefox to address a couple security issues that popped up in the previous version. Well, come… Continue reading
Resizable Text Boxes
Awhile back, we talked about using resizable text boxes as a feature in Firefox. But, what about all of you who use Internet Explorer or Opera as your main Web browser? You all want some resizable text boxes too, don’t you? Well, that’s exactly what I’m going to show you how to do right now!
First of all, to refresh your memory, let’s go over what resizable… Continue reading
A Little Shorthand
Here’s a fun one for you!
If you send and receive a lot of instant messages (IMs), e-mails and text messages or if you visit chat rooms, message boards or discussion boards on a regular basis, this tip is just for you! When you’re dealing with those kinds of things, you may not realize how much Internet shorthand is going on, but it’s everywhere these days. And… Continue reading
News Alert: SeaMonkey Update
Do you use the SeaMonkey all-in-one application suite to take care of all your Internet needs? (If you’re not sure what I’m even talking about, you can read all about SeaMonkey right here). Well, if you do, I have some news for you today that I think you’ll just flip over! What do you think it is? A new update perhaps? Yep… Continue reading
Opera Security Update
If you’re a big Opera user, you’ve probably been wondering when a new update would be available, right? As I’m sure all of you know, it has been awhile since Opera has made any changes (the last update was back in August 2007). But alas, your wait is now over! On October 17, 2007, the Opera team released a new version of the popular Web… Continue reading
Google Writely
As you may recall, in the past few weeks, we here at WorldStart have told you about certain aspects of the Google Docs and Spreadsheets program and we have done some tips on the Google Presentations application. And ever since you all saw those articles in the newsletter, you have been asking for more. You seem to really enjoy these programs from Google, so… Continue reading
AOL Greetings
Are you an AOL user? If so, did you know that AOL has its own set of greeting cards you can use to send to your friends and family? Or, maybe you know about them, but you’re not sure how to use them. Well, either way, this tip is here to help! I, myself, use AOL Greetings all the time and I know you’re just going to love… Continue reading
IE 7 Released Again?
I know the title to today’s quick tip may surprise some of you (I know I was when I first heard about this), but there is a good basis behind it, so don’t stress out just yet. First, allow me to ask you all a question: If you use Internet Explorer 7, are you truly happy with it? I mean, does it do everything… Continue reading
Creating a Wikipedia Account
I’m sure most of you have heard of Wikipedia before, but just in case you haven’t, let me tell you a little about it before we move on. Basically, Wikipedia is a free encyclopedia that anyone can use and edit. That’s right, if you want to add something to the Wikipedia database or if you want to edit someone else’s entry, you can do so right… Continue reading
Q:
I admit that I love using MySpace! I have been able to find so many people I’ve lost touch with over the years and it’s just been great talking to them again. Now, I do have my profile set to “Private,” but I’ve been hearing some rumors that people are able to see private profiles even if they’re not on a person’s friend list. Is this true? How
Coffee Break
When I write articles for WorldStart, I usually like to give some useful tips you all can use to increase your productivity while working on your computer.
But hey, sometimes you just need a coffee break, right?!
So, for a change in pace, I thought I would point you in the direction of a few different Web sites that will either absorb you or amuse you when you… Continue reading
Q:
Can you please tell me what MySpacetv.com is?
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Oooh, I’m so glad you asked! If you’re an avid MySpace user or if you just like to watch videos online, I promise you’re going to love MySpacetv.com. This new Web site is powered by the regular MySpace site, but it brings its own flare to the table as well. It reminds me a lot of YouTube, but… Continue reading
Google Presentations
Do you remember some time ago when I told you about a new program coming out called Google Presently? It’s been awhile, so it’s okay if you don’t remember (read here if you don’t), but back then, I told you I would keep you updated on it and well, I finally have some news for you! Things have changed a little since I wrote… Continue reading
MySpace Skins
Now that we’ve talked about Gmail skins, we might as well cover MySpace too. So, tell me, are you a MySpace user? Now, don’t be shy! I know there are a few of you out there, because I’ve gotten e-mails from you about it before. Well, either way, I’ve got some great news today for all MySpace users alike. I about flipped when I heard about… Continue reading
More Features of AIM
AOL’s instant messenger program of AIM is one that is widely used by many people of all types and ages. It allows friends, family members, co-workers and even complete strangers to keep in touch with one another from anywhere around the world. In my last article for this program, I talked about how to add and block your buddies on your buddy list, how… Continue reading
Q:
What can you tell me about Twitter?
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As a matter of fact, I can tell you a lot about it! I actually just heard about Twitter the other day, but after checking it out for myself, I realized I have been missing out all this time. It’s a really cool Web site and after you all finish reading this article, I think you’re going to feel… Continue reading
Update: Firefox 2.0.0.7
If you’re an avid Firefox user, you probably already know about the most recent update Mozilla has made to its Web browser, but just in case some of you haven’t, I’m here today to fill you in! It’s really great news, so make sure you listen up. On September 18, 2007, Firefox 2.0.0.7 was released to the public and it is now available for download… Continue reading
