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How to Win Sweepstakes
"Congratulations! You've just won ten million dollars!" Wouldn't that be nice to hear? How about, "Congratulations! You've just won ten pairs of socks!" Well, it doesn't quite have the same ring to it, but it's always nice to win. If you like getting some...
Knuckle Cracking: How to Do It & Does It Cause Arthritis?
Cracking your knuckles is a great way to relieve tension in your fingers, keep your hands busy, or annoy your friend with the gross sound of your fingers snapping. But what’s the best way to do it? Is it actually bad for your joints, or are you all clear...
5 Easy Ways to Use Tools in Adobe Photoshop
If you're new to Adobe Photoshop, all of the editing tools might feel overwhelming to learn. Adobe Photoshop has a reputation for being hard to learn with the amount of offered features and complexity. However, its interface is clean, logical, and easy to...
How to Choose a Computer
Getting a new computer is an exciting experience. The promise of brand new technology is hard to stifle. Unfortunately, that excitement can quickly wane if you find you didn’t get the computer you need. The vast number of choices can be daunting, but this...
How to Post or Share a YouTube Video on Facebook
Do you want to share a YouTube video on Facebook? Sharing things you like on Facebook is a great way to interact with your friends and family. Luckily, YouTube makes it easy to share videos on social media. However, sharing YouTube videos on Facebook d...
How to Punish Your Kids for Smoking
Everyone is well aware of the health risks associated to smoking, yet teenagers are still eager to try it. Many teens try smoking due to peer pressure, as a way to rebel against authority, or due to exposure to adults who smoke.[1] X Research source...
How to Install Pavers
Looking to give your property a durable driveway, a whimsical walkway, or a patio with pizazz? If you're reading this article, you're probably already on the right track. Concrete or brick paving stones can help any yard look its best. They're versatile,...
How to Impress a Girl Who's Way out of Your League
Everyone loves her, you love her, and you think you’re just the average person she’ll never give a glance. In other words, you think she’s out of your league. In reality, being “out of your league” is a negative mindset that you trap yourself in, and you...
How to Upgrade Your Life As a Teenager
You may want to make sure you get the most out of your teenage years. Working hard as a teen can help you develop good habits you can carry into adulthood. There are a variety of ways you can upgrade your life as a teenager. Figure out your goals and pass...
How to Ask a Person if They're Single
If you have recently met someone who you want to date, then it is important to find out if the person is available. This can be tricky, and you might be worried about coming off as nosy or too eager. However, there are some simple ways to find out if a pe...
How to Cope With the Loss of a Loved One
At some point in life, everyone loses someone they love. This is one of the most difficult life events imaginable. You need to be able to cope in a way that's healthy, even if it's painful. In the direct aftermath, allow yourself to work through your emot...
6 Ways to Repair a USB Flash Drive
Is your USB flash drive not working? For software or driver issues, you can scan and repair your flash drive using your PC or Mac's built-in repair utility, which won't harm your files. If your USB drive has corrupt data, you can reformat it—but keep in m...
How to Prepare a Humidor
Owning a humidor is a great way to preserve the flavor of your cigars and prolong their life. Before you can begin using your humidor, you need to do some prep work. You will need to season the humidor and assure the humidity levels are adequate to safely...
How to Make Your Eyes Water
When your eyes water, fluid comes from your tear glands, which are also called lacrimal glands, to help protect your eyes from the elements and irritants.[1] X Research source Your eyes can also tear up as a result of intense emotion or phys...
How to Use Affect and Effect
Do you have trouble deciding when to use affect and when to use effect? This is a common and understandable problem in English because the two words sound remarkably similar (if not identical) and have related - though distinct - meanings. Luckily, it's e...
How to Catch Pike
Pike, or Esox, are a freshwater fish that are known for their elongated bodies and sharp teeth. Native to North America and parts of Eurasia, these fish are predatory by nature and will chase down large bait with relative ease. To reel in pike, you need t...