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How to Turn Off Parental Controls
Parental controls are installed on smartphones, gaming systems, and computers to limit access to inappropriate or illegal material, potentially dangerous interactions, and reduce the amount of time minors spend on their devices (to prevent serious health...
How to Check for a Hernia
A hernia happens when an area of the muscle wall holding your internal organs in place becomes weakened. Once the weakened area becomes large enough, a part of the internal organ starts poking out. Fortunately, there are different ways to tell whether or...
Catholic Confession: How to Perform the Sacrament of Penance
Confession can be a little intimidating, but it’s worth it to receive God’s grace and forgiveness. Remember that the priest is there to help, not judge, and that there’s no reason to feel afraid or ashamed. Whether you’re a long-time Catholic who’s gone a...
How to Control Black Spot on Roses
Black spot is a fungal infection that primarily affects roses. It starts with a yellowing of the plant's leaves, and then the characteristic black dots appear and spread.[1] X Trustworthy Source Missouri Botanical Garden Oldest botanical garden in...
How to Play Pinball
Pinball is a classic arcade game that is a lot of fun, but takes a lot of skill to master. If you want to be a pinball wizard, you have to learn how the machine functions first in order to control the ball. Once you understand the machine, you’ll be able...
How to Write a Use Case
Write a use case to explore and highlight the value of your business, industry or computer system. Use cases can be valuable tools for understanding a specific system's ability to meet the needs of end users. When designing software or a system, enhance y...
How to Make Your Backpack Look Unique
You just got a new backpack. Hurray! But wait — so did three hundred classmates. Keep reading if you want your backpack to stand out in a crowd.
How to Sue for Defamation
If someone damages your reputation by way of slander or libel, you may have grounds to sue for defamation. "Slander" is the crime of making a false, spoken statement damaging a person’s reputation. "Libel" is a false published, written statement damaging...
How to Build a Wooden or Pipe Xylophone
A xylophone is a percussion instrument that consists of musical keys that a musician strikes with mallets. You can use wood or electrical metal tubing to make your own xylophone at home. If you measure the xylophone's materials and put it together careful...
How to Develop Personal Integrity
Personal integrity involves being the best, most honest and morally-sound version of yourself. Your integrity may stem from your religious beliefs, your personal goals in life, or from some other formative experience. When you work on improving your perso...
How to Run a Successful Business
Running your own successful business means more independence and financial freedom, and it can be incredibly rewarding! If it's your first time starting a business, or if you're just wanting to take your existing business to the next level, you might be w...
How to Manage Migraines in Fluorescent Lighting
Migraines can be painful and debilitating when they occur. There are many types of stimuli that trigger migraines, including foods, noises, lighting, sounds and health conditions. With proper care and medication, migraines can be managed, if not altogethe...
How to Treat the Mumps
Mumps is a viral disease of the salivary glands and is very contagious. If you do not have the mumps vaccine, you can get mumps through contact with nasal discharge or saliva from an infected person when they sneeze or cough.[1] X Research source...
How to Do Gel Nails at Home: Tips for the Perfect Manicure
If you love the strength of acrylic nails but want something a little more natural-looking, gel nail polish is perfect for you. So long as you’ve got a UV or LED lamp to cure the gel, this is as easy as any home manicure gets! In this article, we’ll walk...
How to Start a Group Home
A group home can refer to many things, but it generally is a site that provides twenty-four hour non-medical care in a structured environment.[1] X Research source They often focus on the elderly, people with mental or physical disabilities...