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Computer experts recommend backing up important files regularly, but we often forget to back up email files. For many, email and contacts are among the most important data on the computer. Backing up your Outlook data is as simple as copying a single file...

A concrete foundation is a base for a structure.[1] X Research source The type and size of concrete foundation you will need is based on the structure you will place upon it. You may need a concrete foundation for a fountain, or your patio f...

Bringing a dog into your life through adoption can be a life-saving proposition for a dog that has been abandoned or abused, and it can be a life-enhancing experience for you. Dogs of all breeds and ages can be found for canine adoption and can be adopted...

Making a stick horse, or a hobbyhorse, can be a fun project that pays dividends in creative play and exercise for your child. You can make a stick horse for your child, other children or the young-at-heart. Making a stick horse may be a good rainy-day act...

Yucca plants are resilient perennial plants that develop complex and far-reaching root systems wherever they grow. Killing them can be a difficult and daunting task because they often reappear after they seem to be dead. By digging the plant out or applyi...

One of life's great annoyances is getting an unwanted phone call at 8:00 on a Sunday morning or right when you sit down to dinner. In recent years telemarketers have stepped up their game, resulting in thousands of complaints to The Federal Communications...

Geraniums grow in riotous reds, pretty pinks, wondrous whites, passionate purples...the list goes on. Needless to say, they are the perfect addition to any garden, windowsill, or pot. We'll show you how to grow and care for your own, from planting to wate...

For any baseball pitcher, learning how to throw a baseball faster will greatly increase your effectiveness. While increasing your pitching velocity is not the only quality necessary for a great pitcher, it is one of the most important. At the end of the...

A duck call is essentially a musical instrument--a woodwind, in fact--that you blow into to imitate the distinctive sounds that ducks make. Learning duck calls that will entice ducks to land within close range of your position will improve your odds of ha...

Nubuck is a type of leather made from cowhide. Like suede, it is sanded to create a nap. But while suede is made from the inside of the hide, nubuck is made from the outside, which is stronger and more durable. It is very vulnerable to soiling and stainin...

Tiaras are becoming a popular accessory not just for brides, but for many formal occasions, including proms and galas. The trick to wearing a tiara is to style your hair first, whether you put it in a half-up, half-down braid or a classic updo. Then, posi...

Starfish are an attractive, colorful, and unusual addition to any tropical marine aquarium. They provide cleanup services in an aquarium and can coexist peacefully with most species of fish. However, introducing a starfish to a new aquarium can be a diffi...

Polyester is an extremely difficult type of fabric to dye, especially if the garment is 100% polyester. This is because polyester is a synthetic fabric made from petroleum, and due to the manufacturing process, it is essentially plastic.[1] X Research...

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is a governmental US agency, specializing in the nation's aeronautics, aerospace, and space program. NASA's vision statement is: “To reach for new heights and reveal the unknown so that what we do a...

You might want to juice a lemon for many reasons, whether you want to make some sour lemonade or for any other foods. Juicing the first lemon is fun. Juicing the second lemon is easy. Juicing the eighth lemon may leave you doubting whether lemonade is wor...

The Nintendo Wii is one of the coolest consoles ever released. Its motion-sensitive controllers turn video games into full-body exercises—that is, once you manage to connect them to your device. As you probably know, connecting a Wii controller—a.k.a. “pa...