How To
How to Install Windows Using a CD
Some versions of Microsoft Windows, like Windows XP, can be installed on home and work computers using a CD. To install Windows using a CD, you'll need to insert the setup CD into the CD drive, boot up your computer, then press a key to start the setup pr...
How to Repair a Zipper when the Slider Has Come Off Completely
Ugh! Your zipper slider has completely separated from the rest of your zipper. What are you supposed to do now? Not to worry—all you need is a pair of pliers and some top stops or square tabs to get your zipper moving again. We’ll walk you through how to...
How to Stop Being Boy Shy
Do you blush, giggle, or find yourself completely unable to speak around guys? You might just be boy shy. It’s completely normal to find it difficult talking to guys, but there are ways to overcome this shyness. Unfortunately, you may have to go through a...
How to Curl Your Eyelashes
Curling your eyelashes can instantly widen and brighten your eyes. The process can be a little intimidating, though -- especially if you're using a traditional eyelash curler. But if you've never liked using a lash curler, there are other ways to curl las...
How to Cure a Stomach Ache
Stomach aches can become a distracting discomfort that keeps you from some of your favorite activities. The internet is full of information about this, and fortunately, we've dug through it to find that first, you should resort to quick fixes such as goin...
How to Install TrueType Fonts on Ubuntu
Ubuntu users often need TrueType fonts for Open Office, Gimp, and other programs. Using this guide, you can either install one font at a time automatically or install multiple fonts manually. Note: If you are using KDE, double-clicking on a font in Dolph...
How to Make a Travel Journal
Travel is a time for growth, new experiences, and seeing more of the world. If you're taking a trip, you want to remember everything that you did for years to come. Keeping a travel journal will not only help preserve your memories of the experience, but...
How to Care for a Red Eared Slider Turtle
If you're looking to get a pet turtle, consider a red-eared slider turtle. This easily adaptable pet prefers warm habitats, but can thrive in a large tank. The red-eared slider is named for the red-line running behind its eyes and the sliding motion it ma...
How to Ballroom Dance
Ballroom dance is an umbrella term for a variety of dancing styles, including Rumba, Cha Cha, Tango, Waltz, and Fox Trot, to name a few. These dances come from different eras and parts of the world, but they're all formal partner dances with an emphasis o...
How to Keep Your Balance on a Galloping Horse
The gallop is one of a horse's four basic gaits and it is one of the hardest to control when riding. The gallop is the final gait an advanced novice will master, so it should be approached in a controlled environment with the constant attention of an expe...
How to Go to the Movies
Going to the movies is a great way to spend a rainy or hot day, but a successful movie-going experience takes a little forethought. Here are some tips to make any trip to the movies magical.
How to Get Ready for Bed
If you suffer from restless sleeps or an inability to fall asleep, you may need to prepare yourself for bed in ways that will encourage, rather than deter, sleep. Preparing yourself for bed each night at the same time can make it much easier for you to re...
How to Drift on a Bicycle
Drifting—also known as skidding when you’re doing it on a bike—is a technique where you approach a corner on your bike at a high speed and move around the turn as your back tire loses traction with the ground. To successfully skid around a corner, you sho...
How to Interrogate Someone
The gathering of information from an unwilling participant is a tricky process. Whether you're part of an internal investigation into corporate crime or you're trying to find out if your teenager is lying about smoking that pot, many of the techniques in...
How to Tell if a Mirror Is Two Way or Not
Have you ever been in a bathroom, dressing room, or another private area with a mirror and had that feeling that someone is watching you? You can check to see if a mirror is transparent by observing how it is installed and using a few simple techniques to...
How to Get Started With a Research Project
You'll be required to undertake and complete research projects throughout your academic career and even, in many cases, as a member of the workforce. Don't worry if you feel stuck or intimidated by the idea of a research project, with care and dedication,...