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How to Check Transaction Log Size in a SQL Server
This wikiHow teaches you how to find out the size of a database’s transaction log, as well as how much of the total log space it’s using, on a Microsoft SQL Server.
How to Reduce Nose Swelling
Many things can cause a swollen nose: a rhinoplasty, a pregnancy, an allergic reaction, a facial injury, or a broken nose. Fortunately, although a swollen nose can be a little painful and slightly embarrassing, it’s not a serious condition. Reducing nasal...
How to Change AVI to MOV on PC or Mac
This wikiHow teaches you how to convert AVI files to MOV files on PC or Mac. AVI is a file format created by Microsoft, and MOV is a file format created by Mac. On PC, you can convert an AVI to MOV using a free app called VLC. On Mac, you can use a fre...
How to Take in the Waist on a Pair of Jeans: 3 Easy Ways
If your jeans gap slightly or are a little too big at the waist, you may be able to fix the issue by taking in the waist yourself. If you are an experienced seamstress, take in the waistband in the back for a professional look. For an easier sewing projec...
How to Thicken a Cream Sauce
Thickening a cream sauce is easy! You can make a cream sauce thicker by reducing it on the stovetop. If reducing the sauce doesn’t work, or if you’re in a rush, you can use a thickener to bulk up your sauce. Flour, butter, eggs, and cornstarch are simple...
How to Call Dubai from the UK
You can easily call Dubai from a UK phone by dialing 00, the UK’s exit code, followed by 971, the country code for the UAE, where Dubai is located. Next, enter the phone number you would like to reach. There are other ways to reach Dubai, depending on you...
How to Shrink Jackets
Maybe you just purchased an amazing new vintage denim jacket and it’s just a bit too big, or you need to adjust a suit jacket to fit perfectly for an upcoming special event. Either way, the fit of a jacket is important to show off your style and taste, no...
How to Play the Piano Part for Journey's "Don't Stop Believing"
“Don't Stop Believing” is a widely known song released by the rock band Journey in 1981. It follows a typical four-chord progression and features a piano riff that is instantly recognizable. The intro, verses, and chorus use the chords E–B–c#/g# minor–A,...
How to Drink Mezcal
Mezcal is a spirit distilled from the agave plant and mainly produced in Oaxaca. It is known for its distinct smoky flavor that’s derived during the production method used in the distilling process. It is commonly confused for tequila, but in reality, teq...
How to Clean Gel Nails at Home
Your new gel nails sparkle and gleam, and you just can't help staring at them. That is, until they get a bit grimy or discolored. Don't worry! Cleaning them up is simple, and with just a few common nail care products we can get your nails like-new again....
How to Call Iceland
Calling Iceland is easy if you have the right information. To reach someone in Iceland, you will need to dial the exit code for the country you’re calling from, followed by the country code for Iceland, which is 354. After you enter both the exit code and...
How to Eat Scones
The best way to eat scones is still a hotly debated topic. Scones are part of afternoon tea or cream tea services, and there is more to scone than you might think. Do you eat them the Devon way or the Cornish way? What kind of jam do you put on them? Do y...
How to Clean a French Bulldog's Ears
French bulldogs have big, bat-like ears that stick up on top of their head. Because of the shape of their ears, they may collect debris and require more attention than other types of dog ears. Clean the outer parts of your French bulldog’s ears any time t...
How to Dye Eggs with Food Coloring Without Vinegar
Vinegar helps dye bond with the eggshell, but there are ways to dye eggs without vinegar. If you don’t have any vinegar in the house and you want to dye eggs, you can use a vinegar replacement, such as lemon juice or vitamin C powder. Another option is to...
How to Eat Shabu Shabu
Shabu shabu is a style of Japanese hot pot that consists of thinly-sliced meat and fresh vegetables that are cooked in a pot of broth right before they’re eaten. The name of the dish comes from the Japanese onomatopoeia for “swish swish,” which is the noi...
How to Drink Fireball
Fireball is a Canadian whiskey that’s famous for its sweet and spicy cinnamon flavor. Besides taking a shot of Fireball or sipping it as an after-dinner treat, you can also use it in tons of hot drinks as well as cold cocktails. Try out different Fireball...