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How to Train Parrots to Make Less Noise
Parrots vocalize for many reasons. They noisily greet the day, and they call the flock home at sunset (even though there is no flock). They can scream when they are excited and scream when they are bored. They may scream when they hear screaming, or screa...
How to Convince Your Spouse to Follow Your Expectations
Someone said the greatest asset of any person is a supportive partner. How do you build and maintain such a relationship?
How to Jump from a Moving Car
Jumping out of a moving car is not something to be taken lightly. It is quite dangerous, and you will almost certainly sustain some injuries. However, there are some instances where staying inside a moving car is actually more dangerous (or deadly) than j...
How to Do Well in School
No matter how far along you are in your education, doing well in school can be a hurdle. You can do your best in school by promoting healthy study habits, and keeping your time and supplies organized. It’s also crucial to take care of yourself so that you...
How to Write a Birthday Invitation
Birthday parties are fun for kids and adults of all ages, and creating an invitation is an important step in the party planning process, because invitations ensure people know to attend. But if you aren’t familiar with the birthday invitation format, it c...
How to Look Good Playing Sports
Playing sports is a fun way to stay in shape, but between the sweat and the baggy uniforms, it isn’t always the most attractive activity. But sometimes you want to look good, like when you’re trying to impress a crush or playing in front of a large crowd....
How To Fillet Trout (Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, & More!)
Trout has a delicate, delicious flavor, and it's really easy to prepare. Whether you’ve just caught trout or bought a whole fish at the market, we'll walk you through how to prep the fish and cut perfect fillets. Once you have your fillets, you’re ready t...
How to Make a Computer Operating System
This wikiHow teaches you how to plan and develop an operating system if you don't know how to code in C, or C++. Operating systems manage computer hardware and provide the resources that applications need to run. Writing an operating system from scratch r...
How to Develop Self‐Esteem
Our self-esteem is instilled in us during our youth. Being constantly criticized by family, friends, and society in general tends to slowly strip us of our feelings of self-worth. Our low self-esteem strips us of the self confidence to make even the small...
How to Develop Self‐Esteem
Our self-esteem is instilled in us during our youth. Being constantly criticized by family, friends, and society in general tends to slowly strip us of our feelings of self-worth. Our low self-esteem strips us of the self confidence to make even the small...
How to Set up a Network in Ubuntu
Configuring networks such as a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) or Asynchronous Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) primarily used for accessing the internet can be a hassle, especially when you aren't using the same operating system as what the directions were o...
How to Learn the 9's on the Multiplication Table
When learning your multiplication tables the 9 times table can be a little hard to master. However, there are some tricks you can use that help make it easier to learn. If you learn the countdown method, the substitution method, or the fingers method you...
How to Clean Top and Bottom-Loading Water Coolers
Cleaning your water dispenser every 1 to 3 months, or whenever you change the bottle, is the best way to keep it working well and delivering fresh, bacteria-free water.[1] X Trustworthy Source State of Massachusetts Official website for the State...
How to Get Rid of Someone You Don't Like
Have you been trying to get rid of someone you don't like, but have found that nothing works? This person could be an annoying person who thinks she's your friend, a guy you're not interested in who has a big crush on you, or the new girl who follows you...
How to Make a Stereoscope
A stereoscope is a device that allows you to view 2 different photographs as if they were 1 3D picture. It’s a really cool device, but you may be surprised to learn how simple it is to make your own! The first thing you have to do is take some 3D pictures...
How to Get Your Orthotics to Stop Squeaking
Orthotic inserts can do wonders for various foot problems, but they do have one major drawback: they are prone to squeaking when you walk. This noise can be aggravating and annoying to you and those around you, but worry not! This problem is easily cured....