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How to Install Sill Plates
Sill plates serve as the transition between masonry and wood framing.[1] X Research source They lay right on top of your stem wall. The wood is always treated due to termite risk - but there are inexpensive alternatives to 'pressure treate...
2 Simple Ways to Create a New Gmail Account
Do you want to make a new free Google email account? Whether you want to set up a new Gmail account for yourself, your child, or a friend, this can be done in just a few minutes. Creating a Gmail account is the same as creating a Google account, so you'll...
How to Install and Use Wine on Linux
Do you want to run a Windows game or app on Linux? Linux is a great operating system, but it doesn't support many of the programs and games you use on Windows. Luckily, there is Wine, a Windows emulator that can run many Windows programs and games on a Li...
How to Rotate Your Computer Screen
Rotating your computer's display allows you to view your monitor in portrait mode, or flip it upside down. This can be great for reading documents or eBooks, or for mounting monitors in hard-to-reach places. Rotating the display in Windows or Mac is usual...
How to Call Emergency Services
For many countries in the world dialing 911, 999, or 112 from a mobile phone will connect you with emergency services. If that fails, this page lists mobile and landline emergency numbers for most countries on earth. Use the table of contents links to ski...
Preserving Your Culture and Traditions: Tips for Sharing Your Heritage
Your culture is a huge part of who you are and the way you see the world. When you live in a place where your culture is the mainstream culture, you likely don't have to put much effort into preserving it—it's all around you! But what happens if you move...
How to Plan a Trip with Friends
The only thing better than a vacation with friends is a well-planned vacation with friends. With careful preparation and good communication, you can ensure that your group will stay energized and enthusiastic through the whole trip. Choose your friends, d...
How to Spend Time With Your Crush at School
When you have a crush on someone, you want to spend as much time with them as possible! Going to school together gives you plenty of opportunities to hang out with each other. You can find time to spend with your crush by participating in the same activit...
How to Practice Radical Honesty
You have probably told many little lies and half-truths throughout your life. Radical honesty is the practice of minimizing the lies you tell. The "radical honesty" movement was founded by a psychotherapist named Brad Blanton, who claims that effective co...
How to Edit Video With Avidemux
Avidemux is a free open-source and cross platform (it runs on Microsoft Windows, Linux and Mac OS X) video editing program. Avidemux natively supports a great number of file types, formats, and codecs. It's a powerful tool, but not a particularly user-fri...
How to Write a Metal Song
Have a dream of being in a successful metal band but don't know how to start? There is no trick to making a good metal song. All you need is some knowledge of how to start, an idea of the sound you're aiming for, and like-minded bandmates. These tips are...
Everything You Need to Know to Win a Leo Woman's Heart
You can't help but notice her. She's the life of the party, the woman everyone loves. There's one thing for sure: a Leo definitely stands out in a crowd. But does that bright and bold Leo lady love you? If you're trying to date a lioness, you've come to t...
How to Organise Your Pencil Case
Is your pencil case a complete mess of pens and pencils? If so this article is for you! All you need is some money to buy the stationery, a few rubber bands, and a pencil case.
How to Charge Your PSP
You can charge your PlayStation Portable (PSP) with either the AC adapter connected to a wall outlet or with a mini USB connected to your computer. The PSP has an estimated battery life of around four to five hours and you may need to completely charge yo...
How to Make a Baking Soda Air Freshener
Baking soda has plenty of uses around the house, but it's probably most effective as an odor absorber. That's why it's the ideal ingredient for healthy, eco-friendly, budget-friendly air fresheners. Whether you want a spray air freshener for the entire ho...
Easy DIY Headbands You Can Sew, Braid, or Glue
Do you want to add some interest to your hair while saving money? Whether you're more interested in fashion or pushing your hair out of your face, making your own headband is an easy way to enhance your style. Learn how to make multiple variations of this...