System Tune-Up

XP and Vista Uptime

Have you ever wondered what your computer's uptime is? You know, how long your computer has been turned on. Well, if you've ever wanted to know that information for either Windows XP or Vista, it's very easy to find. Read here to learn all about it!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5364

Keeping Your Passwords

Did you know that Windows XP Professional, Windows Vista Business and Windows Vista Ultimate all have a built-in feature that allows user accounts to have password expiration dates? And the real problem comes in when your local user account has been set to expire a password, because there's not an obvious place to change the setting. Luckily though, it's very easy to do and if you'd like to learn how, read here!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5357

Preventing Your Games From Crashing

Are you a big gamer? Do you often have trouble with your games crashing on you? Need some help as to why that's happening and how you can maybe prevent it from happening again? Then you need to read this tip right here and now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5319

Giving It a Clean Boot

Are you having some trouble getting some programs to install properly? You've tried the safe mode and everything you can think of, but nothing's working. Well, then you may need to try the clean boot mode. Not sure what I'm talking about? Then read here and learn all about it. It's a must see!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5273

Vista Firewall: Allowing Programs Through

Do you ever have trouble with the Windows Vista firewall? Maybe it doesn't allow you to see certain Web sites, etc. If so, I've got the solution you've been looking for. Read all about it right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5227

Atomic Cleaner

Do you need a way to clean out your computer? And I mean really clean it out. If so, you ought to give Atomic Cleaner a try. It's so powerful, your computer will be like brand new by the time you're finished. Check it out right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5224

GoogleUpdate: Removing It From Vista

So, tell me, has the GoogleUpdate.exe file ever gotten in your way on your Windows Vista computer? I'm guessing a lot of you raised your hand. Well, lucky for you, there's an easy way to get rid of it and to find out how, all you have to do is read this tip!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5184

A New Way to Restart

How would you like a way to save yourself some time when you need to restart your computer? That sounds pretty good to me! Well, if you'd like to learn how you can make that happen, all you have to do is read this tip. The information is all right there waiting for you!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5131

September 2008 Updates

It's the time again! Yep, the Windows Updates for September 2008 have been released and they are extra important this time around. Read here for all the details about them and then install yours today!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5113

Hibernating in Vista

Do you like to put your computer into the hibernation mode? Are you having a little trouble with that in Windows Vista? If so, you need to read through this tip ASAP. It explains everything and it will get you right back up and hibernating again!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5090

Startup and Shutdown Jingles

Do you ever get tired of the startup and shutdown jingle that plays on your Windows XP or Vista computer? If you said yes, here's a better solution! Now, you can use your favorite song or dialogue for your PC’s shutdown and startup music. It can be done with four simple steps, so check it out!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5075

Waking Up Vista

Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, do you put your computer into the sleep mode frequently? Want an easy way to wake it up at the exact time you need to use it? Then you've got to check out this tip. It holds all the answers you seek!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5044

Your Computer's Temperature

Do you ever wonder if your computer stays at the right temperature or not? You know, what if it's too hot or even too cold? That could cause you some problems on down the road, so it's best to get it equalized now. And you can do that with this easy to use program. Check it out today!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5038

Cap Your Own Speed

Do you have an ISP that caps your speed when you've gone over your monthly limit? What a nightmare! But lucky for you, I've got some suggestions you can use while you're waiting for your Internet to speed back up. Check them out right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4999

Disabling the Vista Welcome

Are you a Windows Vista user? If so, have you gotten a little tired of the Welcome screen coming up every time you start your computer? How about the Sidebar? Well, if you'd like to disable either of those features, here's your ticket. All you have to do is read here and find out how!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4982

Windows Updates vs. ZoneAlarm Fixed

By now, I'm sure you've all heard about the problem between the ZoneAlarm firewall program and the Windows Updates for July 2008. Well, a fix has finally been issued and you can read all about it right here. You don't want to miss this one!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4980

Windows Updates: July 2008

Have you installed the new Windows Updates for July 2008 yet? If not, you better get to it! Either way, if you want to know what's changing on your computer this month, be sure to read this tip. It holds all the answers you seek!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4970

Viewing Your Network Properties

Have you ever had the need to view your computer's properties to either change your computer description, PC name or workgroup? Not quite sure how to do it? Then read here and learn all about it!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4956

XP Sizes

Do you think the objects and text on your Windows XP computer are just a bit too small for your liking? Want to make them just a tad bit bigger? Then you've got to check out this tip. It holds all the answers you seek!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4939

XP SP3 Now on CD

Are you one of the many who have yet to install the new Windows XP Service Pack 3? Have you been holding back, because you're waiting for it to come out on disk? Well, your waiting days are now over! Microsoft recently released the SP3 as an ISO image, so you can download it, burn it to a disk and then have your very own copy of it on CD. Read here for all the major details!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4930