How To

Have you ever wondered how to use the basic Google Earth features? If so, this guide could be a great help to you.

While there's no way to make a folder truly "invisible" to a determined user, you can hide your sensitive files and folders from regular computer searches by modifying a couple of system attributes (PC) or by using the "Terminal" app (Mac). After doing so...

Although it may be tempting to simply pick up a can of spray paint and spray away, researching its history and studying examples for inspiration can help you decide which styles and techniques to adopt. From there, developing your own distinctive style wi...

A metronome is a musical tool so musicians know what the ideal tempo should be and also helps practice rhythm. A metronome provides a steady rhythmic sound which helps keep a player or players in the appropriate time for the piece. Incorporating a metrono...

Pulleys are simple machines that make lifting heavy objects easier. They distribute weight to reduce the amount of force it takes to lift something up. With a compound pulley, you can lift an object using half the force it takes to lift the same object wi...

Summer camps can become a stressful endeavor to pack for. Since there are so many different types of summer camps, you’ll need to modify what you pack depending on which camp you choose. You can never be over-prepared. Take what you need and don’t look ba...

How to sort your Outlook contacts by whom you've recently e-mailed and then export those contacts to a spreadsheet, database, etc.

Are you looking for a natural way to get rid of weeds that sprung up in your yard? Then look no further than your pantry since vinegar makes a perfect weed killer without any harmful herbicides. Acetic acid in vinegar destroys the plant cells and makes we...

Life is not without challenges. One of the greatest challenges in life is to face a problem alone. Whether the problem is a step toward your goal or stepping out of a dark place in your life, you like to feel supported by those around you. Unfortunately,...

There are just times when you are so busy that you don't have time to sleep. During these times, it is best to get a quick twenty minute power nap, perform some type of activity to rest your body, or do your best to stay awake until you can find a suitabl...

Hot and cold weather are great times to play outdoors for kids. From building snowmen and sledding to water sports, the summer and winter offer a lot of fun. But how can know that your kids should play outdoors in hot or cold weather? What temperatures ar...

Homemade popcorn is a relatively healthy and tasty treat you can make at home. Microwavable popcorn is convenient, but full of additives and preservatives. It also may be higher in calories and fat. If you're craving popcorn, there are a couple of ways yo...

Being unpopular can seem like the worst thing in the world when you’re in school. However, even though it might make your daily life a little more trying, being unpopular can actually be a good thing because it will help you learn how to interact with dif...

You've applied to your top choice for college… You've asked your crush on a date... You've applied to your dream job… and were rejected. Rejection happens to all of us, even the most successful of people. Being rejected is something we encounter when we...

The strange patterns on a cantaloupe may as well be a map of Pluto for many shoppers. Unlock the secrets of this musky fruit and learn how to leave the store with a ripe, sweet bounty.

This article explains how a beginner can make glass beads from scratch, using a method called "lampworking".