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How to Host a Game Show
Game shows have been a staple of television for decades and can be a great way to have fun with family and friends. Hosting a game show may seem easy when you watch the pros do it, but there are some important things to keep in mind when you are first sta...
How to Make a Signal Flare
A signal flare is a lighted rocket or smoke flare that alerts someone to your presence. Since the early days of rocket design, military and civilian authorities have counted on smoke and burning-light flares to communicate and save lives. Commercial and m...
How to Get Rid of Flies Outdoors (And Keep Them Away for Good)
Enjoying a lovely summer day outside sounds nice, but it’s not so fun when there are dozens of flies buzzing in your ear. If you’re fed up with the flies outside, you’re not alone: lots of people wish they could banish flies from their garden or patio spa...
How to Make a HTML Link Button
This article will show you how to make a HTML link button. It behaves similar to a normal hyperlink, but instead, it's a button.
How to Simplify Math Expressions
Math students are often asked to give their answers in "the simplest terms"—in other words, to write answers as small as possible. Though a long, ungainly expression and a short, elegant one may technically equal the same thing, often, a math problem isn'...
How to Shoot a Reverse Layup in Basketball
The reverse layup and its variations, like the finger roll or teardrop, have been made famous by NBA all-stars like Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippin, and Stephen Curry.[1] X Research source To make this shot, you'll need to drive across the co...
How to Use the F‐Word Appropriately
The F-word and its usage is a very controversial topic. Nevertheless, the word does exist. It is also being used everyday by people from diverse age groups and social backgrounds. The f-word can be a very hurtful, offensive, mean, and/or vulgar word. Howe...
How to Microwave Corn in Its Husk
Ever had to spend a long while shucking your corn before cooking? This article will help you make it in just over 5 minutes to cook corn, while it's still in the husk, and on the cob.
How to Upgrade Your Network to Gigabit Ethernet
Today's networks are faster than ever before, greatly expanding our connectivity potential. To make sure you're up to speed, you'll need to make sure your hardware and software are up to standard. Gigabit Ethernet refers to the new standard of wired net...
How to Become an Oil Rig Worker
An oil rig is a manned platform used for land or off-shore drilling. An oil rig worker can denote an employee on either platform, responsible for a large number of duties associated with safely drilling for oil. The schedule for most workers consists of w...
How to Become an ATM Technician
Automated Teller Machines (ATM) dispense money and carry information about bank accounts for bank customers around the world. ATM are capable of processing thousands of transactions per day; however, they require regular maintenance to perform. ATM techni...
How to Clean Rugs With Vinegar
Vinegar is liquid product comprised of acetic acid and water. With a pH of approximately 2.4, the acetic acid in vinegar makes it a natural and versatile household cleaning agent, ideal for killing germs, removing stains, eliminating odors and softening f...
16 Easy Ways to Boost Your PC's Speed & Performance
Is your PC feeling sluggish? If so, you're not alone. A slow computer is frustrating and can feel like a waste of time, money, and effort. But there's no need to call a technician—there are plenty of things you can do to speed up Windows 10 or 11 to get t...
How to Make a One Balloon Cat
Do you want to please children--or your own interests--with fun balloon animals? The cat is one of the most requested balloon animals there are. But a two or three balloon cat is slower to make, and children don't like waiting. So here is how to make a on...
How to Pierce Your Forward Helix
Your forward helix is a unique place to pierce. As you’ll be piercing through the cartilage of your ear, as opposed to your fleshy lobe, be aware that it will likely hurt a lot. If you decide that it is the piercing for you, take the necessary precautions...
Create a Gradebook on Microsoft Excel: Make a Weighted Points Grade Sheet
Microsoft Excel is a great program for creating simple grade books! Using a spreadsheet (and a couple formulas) will reduce the time it takes to record and calculate grades. You don’t need to be familiar with Excel to follow our quickstart guide. This wik...