diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..ac8f968
--- /dev/null
+++ b/.gitignore
@@ -0,0 +1,20 @@
+# Compiled source #
+###################
+*.com
+*.class
+*.dll
+*.exe
+*.o
+*.so
+*.pyc
+
+# Logs and databases #
+######################
+*.log
+
+# OS generated files #
+######################
+.DS_Store*
+ehthumbs.db
+Icon?
+Thumbs.db
diff --git a/README b/README
index a4f481b..b424133 100644
--- a/README
+++ b/README
@@ -14,12 +14,12 @@ Compatibility:
 Please review the FAQ section below.
 
 *WARNING*
-	It is extremely important for you to fully understand each change 
-	you make to a MySQL database server.  If you don't understand portions 
-	of the script's output, or if you don't understand the recommendations, 
-	you should consult a knowledgeable DBA or even a system administrator 
-	that you trust.  Always test your changes on staging environments, and 
-	always keep in mind that improvements in one area can negatively affect 
+	It is extremely important for you to fully understand each change
+	you make to a MySQL database server.  If you don't understand portions
+	of the script's output, or if you don't understand the recommendations,
+	you should consult a knowledgeable DBA or even a system administrator
+	that you trust.  Always test your changes on staging environments, and
+	always keep in mind that improvements in one area can negatively affect
 	MySQL in other areas.
 
 	Seriously - please review the FAQ section below.
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ You can download the entire repository by using 'git clone' followed by the clon
 
 	wget mysqltuner.pl
 	perl mysqltuner.pl
-	
+
 Of course, you can add the execute bit (chmod +x mysqltuner.pl) so you can execute it without calling perl directly.
 
 ----- FAQ -----
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ The script will try its best to log in via any means possible.  It will check fo
 	[client]
 	user=someusername
 	pass=thatuserspassword
-	
+
 Once you create it, make sure it's owned by your user and the mode on the file is 0600.  This should prevent the prying eyes from getting your database login credentials under normal conditions.  If a T-1000 shows up in a LAPD uniform and demands your database credentials, you won't have much of an option.
 
 Question: It's not working on my OS! What gives?!