System Tune-Up

Alternative Virus Removal

Has your computer ever been infected with a virus that was so bad, you couldn't even get your antivirus program to open? Yeah, I'd say that's pretty bad! Well, luckily, there are a couple other things you can do to get your computer back up and running. Read all about them right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4910

Monitor Your Performance

Do you use Windows Vista? If so, how would you like a way to easily monitor your Vista computer's performance? Or, how about five of them? If that's something you've been waiting on, read here and then start getting the most out of your Vista system today!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4849

XP SP3 Nightmare: Endless Reboot Loops

Have you installed the new Windows XP SP3 yet? If so, you may be experiencing some problems. Perhaps continuous reboot loops? It's known to happen with the new Service Pack, but there is an easy fix for it. Read here to learn all about it and then get your computer back to normal right away!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4845

XP SP3 is Available!

Yes, you read that right! Microsoft has finally released the full version of the Windows XP Service Pack 3. After several delays and cancellations, it is finally here and it's ready to be downloaded. Read here for all the details and then get it for yourself today!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4842

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4825

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4777

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4772

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4745

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4712

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4697

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4667

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4618

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4601

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4589

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4565

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4562

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4550

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4520

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4518

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!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4515