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  • Is It Better to Wash a Pet With Soap or Shampoo?

    Although putting your pet in the bath may not always be the most pleasant or easy activity, sometimes it has to be done, especially if your cutie accidentally got into something icky, messy or foul…

    Last Updated: May 05, 2013
  • The Best Spanx to Get for Jeans

    Spanx are sometimes designed in such a way that allows them to go all the way down your legs. Learn about the best Spanx to get for jeans with help from the owner and creative director for Ose in this…

    Last Updated: Apr 11, 2013
  • Dogs Eating Less Than Normal

    If your dog suddenly starts eating less than her well-established norm, it's reason enough for a trip to the vet's office. Minor appetite fluctuations occur sometimes and are perfectly natural, and…

    Last Updated: Apr 09, 2013
  • How to Get the Best Picture on a Sony Handycam

    Whether vacations, weddings, birthday parties or kid's soccer games, video camcorders can record special moments in time for you to keep forever or share with friends and family. Of course, it it…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Handle a Disorganized Teen

    Whether your teen considers his room clean when it looks like only one bomb went off, his bathroom isn’t any better and his idea of organizing his schoolwork is to wad it up and toss it into his…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • Naming a Hyperlink

    Naming a hyperlink directly affects the way that link is returned in various search engines. Name a hyperlink with help from a computer science and media production specialist in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Display a Hyperlink

    A hyperlink is a block of text that you can use to redirect someone to a specific website of your choosing. Display a hyperlink with help from a computer science and media production specialist in…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Prepare Breadstick Dough

    How you will prepare breadstick dough depends largely on what type of bread sticks you plan on making. Prepare breadstick dough with help from a food and nutrition expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Mar 25, 2013
  • Instruction for Using Opalescense Whitener

    Opalescense Whitener is a product that must be used very specifically in order to have the positive results you desire. Get instructions for using Opalescense Whitener with help from a dentist and…

    Last Updated: Dec 19, 2012
  • Rice & Cheese Burrito

    Rice and cheese burritos require a few different things, like multi-grain tortillas. Make a rice and cheese burrito at home with help from the co-founder and corporate chef of Goose Valley Natural…

    Last Updated: Dec 05, 2012
  • Red Quinoa & Poblano Salad

    red quinoa and poblano salad includes ingredients like cilantro, black beans and delicious chives. Make red quinoa and poblano salad with help from a chef, nutritional health counselor and crusader…

    Last Updated: Dec 04, 2012
  • Marinated Asparagus With Feta

    When marinating asparagus with feta, you're going to want to steam the asparagus for the best possible results. Marinate asparagus with feta with help from a specialty food expert in this free video…

    Last Updated: Nov 29, 2012
  • How to Blanch Potatoes for Drying

    Before you dry potatoes you must first blanch them in just the right way. Blanch potatoes for drying with help from a food host and private chef in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Nov 28, 2012
  • How to Make a Keyboard in Reason From a Sample

    Making a keyboard from a sample is something you can do with the careful application of the right tools in Reason. Make a keyboard in Reason from a sample with help from an experienced audio producer…

    Last Updated: Nov 20, 2012
  • How to Make an Asian Marinade for Asparagus

    You simply haven't lived until you've tried delicious Asian marinade for asparagus. Make an Asian marinade for asparagus with help from a food host and private chef in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Nov 13, 2012
  • How to Delete Free Samples From a NOOK

    Free samples on your NOOK have a tendency to build up over time if you don't delete them. Delete free samples from a NOOK with help from an electronics expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Nov 13, 2012
  • How to Input Random Samples in Excel

    Inputting random samples in Excel is hardly a random process in its own right - you have to follow a few very specific steps. Input random samples in Excel with help from a mechanical engineer in this…

    Last Updated: Sep 26, 2012
  • How to Prepare Purslane

    Purslane needs to be prepared in a very particular way to preserve its rich and natural flavors. Learn how to prepare Purslane with help from a food expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Sep 26, 2012
  • Frugal Shopping Myths Debunked

    The list of frugal grocery shopping tips seems to go on forever. Typical ideas include buying in bulk, cutting coupons and stocking up during the off-season. But are all of these really the best…

    Last Updated: May 11, 2012
  • Kernel & Userland Are Out of Sync

    Three parts make up a computer system: the hardware, the system kernel and the userland. Userland applications need the kernel to make the hardware perform the tasks needed to play a music file,…

    Last Updated: Mar 27, 2012
  • How to Get the Best AVI on IMVU

    In the IMVU chat messenger, users interact via AVIs, or avatars, in various 3D rooms. IMVU avatars are as diverse as real people are and possess different body types, clothing and accessories. As…

    Last Updated: Mar 27, 2012
  • How to Make a Meal Smoothie?

    Making a meal smoothie requires you to keep a few very important things in mind. Make a meal smoothie with help from a registered dietitian in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Mar 23, 2012
  • How to Get Free Stuff for A.V.A.

    A.V.A. is short for Alliance of Valiant Arms, a first-person online MMO shooter game developed by Ijji. The game uses a fictional currency called "G Coins" for buying ammunition, guns and…

    Last Updated: Mar 22, 2012
  • How to Develop Your Own Jewelry Style

    Developing your own jewelry style is all about letting your own voice be heard through your work. Develop your own jewelry style with help from a visual artist and product developer in this free video…

    Last Updated: Mar 09, 2012
  • Shop Smart: Ten Apps for Buying Better

    Shopping smarter isn't only about saving money -- although that's the ultimate idea behind it. Buying better also means maximizing your time while shopping, making more time for the other items on…

    Last Updated: Feb 23, 2012
  • How to Install Swap Magic on the PS3

    The Swap Magic device lets PlayStation 2 users play .ISO backup copies of the PS2 games in their collection. If you have a PlayStation 3 system that is capable of playing PlayStation 2 games, you can…

    Last Updated: Jan 08, 2012
  • How to Make a Meal From the Food in My Fridge

    At first glance the food in your fridge may not seem like it can come together into a meal - however, you may want to look again. Make a meal from the food in your fridge with help from a chef and…

    Last Updated: Dec 29, 2011
  • How to Use the Watchtower Library Using iSilo on an iPhone

    The iSilo iPhone application cannot play the Watchtower Library files in their original format. Therefore, before viewing the Watchtower Library files within iSilo, you will need to download a…

    Last Updated: Dec 22, 2011
  • How to Use XPort Saves With a GameShark

    The Sony PlayStation 2 video game console manages save data by accessing a proprietary memory card. There are various tools and accessories available that allow for PlayStation 2 game saves to be…

    Last Updated: Dec 14, 2011
  • What Is Total Revenue-Total Cost Approach?

    A business must determine the ideal amount of expenditures to receive the maximum amount of benefits from business investments, a state known as equilibrium. Since a business cannot easily visualize…

    Last Updated: Dec 12, 2011
  • What Is an ESN Swap?

    When you purchase or receive a cellphone to replace one currently on your account, you may be directed to perform an ESN swap. This terminology is generally only used within a wireless carrier's…

    Last Updated: Dec 12, 2011
  • Swap File Speed Vs. Partition

    Multitasking computers use random access memory, or RAM, to store program data during execution. To facilitate the growth of complexity and resource requirements in computers, particularly when RAM on…

    Last Updated: Dec 11, 2011
  • How to Swap a 5S-FE With a 3S-GTE

    The 5S-FE and 3S-GTE are both Toyota engines. The 5S-FE engine is an in-line, 4-cylinder, 2.2 liter DOHC 16-valve engine. The 3S-GTE is the most powerful Toyota 4-cylinder engine in the 2000cc class.…

    Last Updated: Dec 09, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Video on a DVX100B

    The Panasonic DVX100B is a great choice for shooting professional-quality digital video. Because it was the first consumer-grade video camera to shoot digital video at 24 frames per second, it is a…

    Last Updated: Dec 08, 2011
  • Cast Vs. Calendered Vinyl

    Vinyl film covers the surface of many products, including automobiles, signs and floors. Polyvinyl chloride polymer, known as PVC, is a main ingredient of vinyl. Other ingredients include pigments,…

    Last Updated: Dec 07, 2011
  • How Do I Swap a D16 Civic to a B18A1?

    In the lingo of car buffs, “swapping” an engine means installing a larger, more powerful motor in place of the standard stock engine. The Honda D16 engine was a smaller, highly economical…

    Last Updated: Dec 04, 2011
  • How to Save Changes When Leaving a Field With JQuery

    The jQuery language provides you with a method that processes forms without requiring the user to refresh the page. You can also process a form after an activity such as leaving the field. The…

    Last Updated: Nov 30, 2011
  • How to Surge & Swap on Well Control

    Surge control valves, also sometimes referred to as check valves, cushion water flow on most domestic water pumps. Modern high pressure domestic pump systems can experience enough pressure to initiate…

    Last Updated: Nov 29, 2011
  • Ways to Save on Basement Anchoring

    Foundation or basement anchors are sets of steel posts drilled into the earth to support a foundation that is bowing. The basic anchor is a steel pipe that is drilled laterally from the basement wall…

    Last Updated: Nov 28, 2011
  • V8 & S10 Swap Instructions

    Swapping the V6 engine in an S10 with a V8 can be done by using the existing configuration inside the engine compartment. If the old engine has already been removed, you are nearly ready to mount the…

    Last Updated: Nov 28, 2011
  • How to Decorate a Magic Cape

    Decorating your child's magic cape helps add his own personality to the costume. Personalize the cape by adding his favorite colors, designs or even his own name. Get your child involved in the…

    Last Updated: Nov 26, 2011
  • How to Swap a KLZE for a KLDE Probe

    KLDE-to-KLZE engine swaps in the Ford Probe are common for two basic reasons: The Japanese-made KLZE generates more power than a U.S. or European KLDE engine. And he KLZE has greater compression and…

    Last Updated: Nov 21, 2011
  • Does Orange Cleaner Emulsify Oil?

    Orange cleaner offers a safer alternative to chemical cleaners. The power of citrus works to dissolve household dirt and grime -- without the negative effects on health and the environment associated…

    Last Updated: Nov 19, 2011
  • What Is a CTG File?

    CTG files are only used in one capacity -- to index the digital images taken on Canon cameras. The files do not hold the images themselves, but are necessary for the camera to calculate how many…

    Last Updated: Nov 17, 2011
  • How to Make a Hex Buffer From a Char C

    The C programming language has many functions for handling numbers and strings, but converting from one format to another is not always straightforward. It can be useful during program development to…

    Last Updated: Nov 04, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Ceiling

    If you want to make a custom ceiling for a room in your home, consider a suspended ceiling. Suspended ceilings aren't expensive to make, and you can install them yourself, saving labor costs. You can…

    Last Updated: Oct 22, 2011
  • How to Save a List Using CommonDialog in VB6

    The CommonDialog control in Visual Basic 6 lets you prompt the user for a location to save a file. The CommonDialog control takes care of all of the code to store the file and to interact with the…

    Last Updated: Oct 20, 2011
  • How To Make Cheap Pavers

    Garden pavers have many uses in landscaping, from stepping stones and patios to retaining walls and raised beds. Even a simple project, however, can become expensive when you need large quantities of…

    Last Updated: Oct 18, 2011
  • How to Swap a RB25 With a 240SX

    The RB25 six-cylinder engine produces 250 horsepower, compared to 150 horsepower delivered by the stock Nissan 240SX four-cylinder engine. RB25 and RB25 DET engines are designed for installation in…

    Last Updated: Oct 18, 2011
  • How to Change Where iWeb Saves

    Apple’s iWeb is an entry-level Web page creation program and is part of the iLife Suite of programs. When you click “Save,” the program backs up your website to a file called…

    Last Updated: Oct 17, 2011
  • How to Swap a 700R4 to Turbo 350 in a Camaro Bracket

    The fundamental problem with swapping a 700R4 transmission to a Turbo 350 in a Chevrolet Camaro is that the 700R4 is 3 inches longer than the Turbo 350 or the stock transmission. That likely means…

    Last Updated: Oct 17, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Stationary Awning

    You can make an inexpensive awning that will keep the sun out of your eyes with a bedspread and some tenting supplies. Used bedspreads can be purchased from thrift stores cheaply. Look for a sturdy…

    Last Updated: Oct 12, 2011
  • Why Does My Amana Free-O-Frost Refrigerator Freeze Food?

    If your Amana Free-O-Frost refrigerator starts to freeze food when operating, one of a variety of possible causes could prove to be the reason why. You possibly could resolve some of the causes…

    Last Updated: Oct 12, 2011
  • How to Code a Datapath With VHDL

    VHDL stands for Virtual Hardware Decryption Language. It is primarily used in mechanical engineering to design electronic automation and to create logic circuits. VHDL supports descending and…

    Last Updated: Oct 10, 2011
  • How to Merge Libraries Using Aperture

    Aperture is a professional photo management and editing suite provided by Apple, Inc. for the Mac OS X operating system. Aperture keeps original copies of your photos in a master file known as a…

    Last Updated: Oct 08, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Backyard Playground

    A dedicated play area gives your children a place of their own to exercise and play right in their backyard. Play equipment for home use is often expensive, but making your own equipment and using…

    Last Updated: Oct 07, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Picture From Your JVC DLP TV

    While new TVs are pre-calibrated in the factory, you will have to adjust the picture settings to get the best picture from your JVC DLP TV. The factory settings work for some situations, however…

    Last Updated: Oct 03, 2011
  • Supplies to Make Wedding Souvenirs

    Wedding favors, or souvenirs, are a traditional part of the wedding reception. Each guest receives a small token as a thank you from the bride and groom for sharing in their special day. However,…

    Last Updated: Sep 29, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Jungle Room

    Use a "do-it-yourself" approach to design and create an inexpensive jungle theme room in your home. Select a child's bedroom or playroom and redo everything -- furniture, paint colors,…

    Last Updated: Sep 29, 2011
  • Can an Employer Lower Your Salary Without Notice?

    Employer-employee relationships are a natural point of stress in capitalist socioeconomic systems. The financial self-interest of employers dictates paying employees as little as possible, but still…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2011
  • 10 Creative Ways Your Small Business Can Save Money

    Many small business owners start off with small budgets, and some take months or even years to turn a profit. While trying to establish their business, owners look for ways to cut expenses. Some…

    Last Updated: Sep 23, 2011
  • The Salary of a Live-in Janitor

    In general, janitors perform tough, labor-intensive work for relatively small pay. The exception to this rule can lie in the role of the live-in janitor. Live-in janitors are typically on-call 24…

    Last Updated: Sep 22, 2011
  • How to Make a Database of Grocery Prices

    Feeding yourself and your family is not cheap. There is only so much food to go around, and by the time your food makes it to the grocery store, it costs a lot more for you to buy it than it did for…

    Last Updated: Sep 21, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Sound From a PS3 Sound Bar

    The Sony PS3 Soundbar, also known as the PS3 Surround Sound System, is Sony's official solution to PlayStation 3 gaming in surround sound. While the Soundbar is pretty much plug and play, the PS3…

    Last Updated: Sep 18, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap and Artsy Teenage Room

    Decorate your teenager's bedroom with artistic flair using inexpensive finds and items you already have around the house. Teen boys and girls alike will appreciate the effort that you put into…

    Last Updated: Sep 18, 2011
  • How to Get Your Library to Use OverDrive

    OverDrive is a library service that allows patrons to instantly access millions of audiobooks, e-books and video resources. Anyone with an account at a participating library can download resources to…

    Last Updated: Sep 18, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Graphics on a Sanyo HDTV DP26648

    To get the best graphics display from a video-game console or a computer on a Sanyo model DP26648 HDTV, use a digital connection to an HDMI port. The signal source must have an HDMI output to include…

    Last Updated: Sep 14, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Amp Meter

    An amp meter or ammeter is connected in series to a circuit and is used to measure the current of amps passing through. It is used as testing equipment for a variety of electrical components and…

    Last Updated: Sep 13, 2011
  • How to Use the "LocoRoco 2" Save Editor

    "LocoRoco 2" is a 2008 platform game for the Sony PlayStation Portable. It has the same platform mixed with puzzle style of gameplay as the original game, but boasts new features such as the…

    Last Updated: Sep 07, 2011
  • The Salaries of Live-In Caretakers

    With an aging society and more families operating in a two-income capacity, the occupation of live-in caretaker is growing in importance and employees. There are several types of live-in caregivers…

    Last Updated: Sep 06, 2011
  • Salary of a Live-in Maid

    Cleaning your home, and doing it well, is one of the most challenging things about parenting and home ownership in general. This reality partially explains why there are an estimated 865,960 people…

    Last Updated: Sep 06, 2011
  • Topics to Be Included in a Wage Survey

    A wage survey can be used by employers, marketing firms, headhunters and hiring agencies to assess and compare current wage trends in various professions at comparable businesses. The survey helps…

    Last Updated: Sep 02, 2011
  • How to Get a Deal for Your Celebs

    Celebrity appearances add that little something extra to charity events, making the fundraisers easier to market to the public. But how do you go about getting a celebrity to appear? If you're lucky…

    Last Updated: Sep 01, 2011
  • How to Use the Save Editor in DQIX

    "Dragon Quest IX: Legend of the Starry Skies" is the latest Dragon Quest game, released in 2010 in the US for the Nintendo DS. The DQIX Save Editor is a fan-developed program that can…

    Last Updated: Sep 01, 2011
  • What Is a Living Wage Salary?

    A living wage differs based on where you live and the relative costs you face when buying goods. The living wage is different from the minimum wage. The living wage represents the minimum salary…

    Last Updated: Sep 01, 2011
  • How to Change Where NetBeans Saves the Project

    NetBeans is a free integrated development environment capable of supporting program creation in Java, C/C++ and PHP. In most cases, the default NetBeans installation options get you up and operating…

    Last Updated: Aug 30, 2011
  • How to Use the Script Library

    A script library is a set of files containing functions and effects that make writing complex scripts easier. Instead of having to manually code your scripts, you can reference a script in the script…

    Last Updated: Aug 29, 2011
  • Ways to Save Money on a Rabbit Farm

    Raising rabbits can be a rewarding hobby or a lucrative business. Compared to other types of livestock, like pigs and cows, rabbits are uncomplicated in terms of their needs and care. All you need to…

    Last Updated: Aug 28, 2011
  • How to Make Household Cleaners for Upholstery With Baking Soda

    What you need to clean your home may be right at your fingertips, without the need to visit the cleaning aisle of your local supermarket. Baking soda makes an excellent non-toxic cleaner and is often…

    Last Updated: Aug 26, 2011
  • How to Get the Best DPS as a Moonkin in Cataclysm?

    "World of Warcraft" (WoW) gamers can play as numerous classes, including a shape-shifting druid, taking the form of Moonkin, a type of Owlbear. Like any other class, the key to dealing the…

    Last Updated: Aug 25, 2011
  • What Are the Dangers of Bleaching a Floor and Not Rinsing?

    Bleaching a floor to remove stains or odors is a viable option that typically yields favorable results. When you're done applying the bleach, it's important to remove it by rinsing the floor…

    Last Updated: Aug 24, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Out of Cycling Class

    Indoor cycling classes are a convenient way to exercise, especially when the weather hinders outdoor exercise. Instructors play loud, motivating music and work with classes to encourage students to…

    Last Updated: Aug 23, 2011
  • How to Be Thrifty With Your Money

    Whether your income has been reduced, your expenses have increased or your savings account needs a boost, being thrifty can help you stretch your money. Don't think of thriftiness as simply spending…

    Last Updated: Aug 22, 2011
  • How to Make Cheap Stucco

    Dry stucco mix bags are relatively inexpensive, but depending on the size of the area requiring coverage the total price can add up quickly. For large mixtures it is often cheaper to make your own…

    Last Updated: Aug 21, 2011
  • How to Survive Without a Salary in the "Rat Race"

    Leaving the security of a salaried job in the rat race can be overwhelming, especially when the pay checks stop flowing in. However, there are ways to survive and even thrive in the business world…

    Last Updated: Aug 21, 2011
  • How to Use the Watchtower Library on an iPhone

    Watchtower Library is the Jehovah's Witnesses's official literature. It is available in several forms, including physical and on a disc, but is not available to digitally download for Apple's iBooks…

    Last Updated: Aug 20, 2011
  • Can a Salary Be Cut Without Warning?

    Depending on your employment contract, there may be changes made to your job that don't necessarily require your consent. Sometimes, pay falls into this category. While many businesses may give you…

    Last Updated: Aug 20, 2011
  • How to Figure the Homestead Rebate in Wisconsin

    Applying for the Wisconsin homestead rebate is a wise way to save money at tax time. In Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), residents with a low annual income are…

    Last Updated: Aug 19, 2011
  • How to Save a Gridview Session When Using ModalPopUp

    A modal popup displays information in a new browser window. You can store an ASP.NET GridView control in the user's session variable. This means that all the records and sorting options store on the…

    Last Updated: Aug 18, 2011
  • How to Make an Effective Household Cleaner

    Commercial cleaners may contain harmful ingredients that can irritate the lungs, eyes and skin. While purchasing the cleaners may seem convenient, the cost can add up over time. Instead of relying on…

    Last Updated: Aug 17, 2011
  • Surfer Terminology

    Surfing, both a sport and a leisure activity, is unique in that it has also spawned its own culture among enthusiasts, including a distinct lingo developed among surfers that sets itself apart from…

    Last Updated: Aug 12, 2011
  • What to Use When Browsing a Research Topic in the Library

    Although online research has become very popular, visits to libraries have not fallen completely out of favor. Visitors pack libraries seeking better places to study, hold group meetings and browse…

    Last Updated: Aug 12, 2011
  • How to Make a Sailplane Cheap

    Flying a radio-controlled sailplane is different from piloting a standard-powered RC aircraft. Powered planes have an engine to pull them through the air and create lift. A sailplane, however, is in a…

    Last Updated: Aug 12, 2011
  • How to Decrease Expenses Without Sacrificing Quality

    Establishing a firm grip on your company's expenses is vital to the success of your business in good times and bad. If business is going well, you can plow any money you're able to save back into your…

    Last Updated: Aug 12, 2011
  • How to Make a Week's Worth of Meals for 20 Dollars

    Saving money on meals is smart, no matter the state of the economy. In a pinch, preparing a week's worth of meals can be done for as little as $20. You may sacrifice some variety and convenience to…

    Last Updated: Aug 11, 2011
  • Frugal Living & Budgeting

    One way to become wealthy is living frugally. If you carefully look at what you are spending money on, you will find items that aren't necessary at all. And you will also find items that you could…

    Last Updated: Aug 11, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Dark Stain Finish on Birch Plywood

    Birch is a favorite of many people when selecting a plywood for a project. Staining this wood is an excellent way to enhance color while allowing the wood's grain to show through. Birch plywood,…

    Last Updated: Aug 10, 2011
  • Is it Best to Get a Perm Before Getting Kinky Twists?

    Are you interested in a fun new style for your hair? Kinky twists add a playful, fun dimension to your hair, and they are relatively easy to do with the help of a stylist. Another added benefit of…

    Last Updated: Aug 10, 2011
  • How to Get Free Baby Stuff for Low Income Families

    Some people take it for granted that every family is able to provide basic items for their babies, such as clothing, blankets and bottles. In addition to financial support, many families need…

    Last Updated: Aug 09, 2011
  • 7 Ways to Save at the Supermarket

    Premeditated spending is a beneficial advantage when attempting to save money at the supermarket. Shoppers are exposed to thousands of items within the supermarket, most of which are unneeded or…

    Last Updated: Aug 08, 2011
  • How to Make Cheap Lipstick Last

    If you like wearing different shades of lipstick, your cosmetics budget may need some stretching. Some department stores make you pay through the nose for their lipsticks. The best way to enjoy those…

    Last Updated: Aug 08, 2011
  • How to Make a Cheap Root Cellar

    A root cellar is a structure traditionally used to preserve a harvest through the winter without having to go through the process of canning or jarring. The cool environment of a root cellar preserves…

    Last Updated: Aug 07, 2011
  • The Effects of a Pay Scheme on Budgetary Slack

    Businesses have many different budgets. There is typically a primary budget that governs most fund allocation in the business, but this is much too vague for individual departments, which tend to make…

    Last Updated: Aug 07, 2011
  • Live Web Show Production Salary

    The Internet has created a variety of ways to broadcast and distribute media. Live Web shows are similar to traditional television shows but are viewed on a computer instead of a TV. As with…

    Last Updated: Aug 07, 2011
  • How to Get Best Sound on iTunes Equalizer

    The iTunes app includes a 10-band software-based graphic equalizer that you can use to adjust the response level across different frequency bands during music playback. Using the equalizer, you can…

    Last Updated: Aug 06, 2011
  • How to Save Money on Bussing for Schools

    With budget cuts, public schools look for ways to save money with the least impact on the education of the students. An area to examine when cutting costs is the busing system in your school system.…

    Last Updated: Aug 06, 2011
  • How to Swap an H22a VTEC Into an Accord

    Honda introduced the Prelude in 1979 as a sporty-handling car with slightly more power than other vehicles in its fleet. Before the car's final production year in 2001, the Prelude was the first in…

    Last Updated: Aug 06, 2011
  • How to Qualify for a Homestead Rebate in Pennsylvania

    In Pennsylvania, certain property owners and renters can use a state program to reduce their tax liability. The Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program reimburses property owners up to $975…

    Last Updated: Aug 05, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Drop at Barrows

    Members of the online game, "RuneScape," can participate in the Barrows activity. This activity involves killing six undead brothers and raiding a chest for a reward. The rewards from the Barrows…

    Last Updated: Aug 05, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Out of Your Pokeball in "Pokemon Sapphire"

    Pokeballs are the items used both to capture and to store Pokemon in the game "Pokemon Sapphire." They can be purchased all over the Pokemon world in various Pokemarts. However, some Pokeballs, such…

    Last Updated: Aug 05, 2011
  • How to Close CSVReader

    CSVReader is a freeware application designed for reading CSV, or Comma Separated Value, files. These files divide each comma into a new row or column of a document. Once CSVReader is opened, you'll…

    Last Updated: Aug 04, 2011
  • Species of Piranha

    When you hear the word "piranha," you may think of the Amazon River and have visions of whole cows being eaten alive. While piranhas have become famous for their ability to devour live prey in only…

    Last Updated: Aug 04, 2011
  • How to Get a Shoe Deal in "2K11"

    In the My Player mode of "NBA 2K11," you take control of a young athlete and guide his career from rookie seasons to MVP status. As your character increases in stature and fame, you gain opportunities…

    Last Updated: Aug 04, 2011
  • How to Get the Best DPS of a Balance Druid Cataclysm

    The druid is a hybrid character class in the "World of Warcraft" online game. The Balance talent specialization aims to turn the druid into a ranged spell caster, which specializes in damaging enemies…

    Last Updated: Aug 04, 2011
  • What Is Emo Fashion?

    Emo is a style of music that emerged in the early to mid-1990s, and is characterized by darker subject matter, moody melodies and emotionally charged lyrics. Since its emergence into mainstream music…

    Last Updated: Aug 03, 2011
  • How to Save Firebug Online Edits

    Firebug is an "on the fly" CSS editor that runs on the Joomla! and other Linux-based Web content-management platforms. Firebug allows you to edit the CSS code for a given page, but does permanently…

    Last Updated: Aug 03, 2011
  • How to Work With Flagstone

    The precise method of working with flagstone depends on whether you prefer naturally shaped stones or those that have been machine cut, and whether you choose a wet or dry method of installation.…

    Last Updated: Aug 02, 2011
  • How to Get the Best Loot in "Borderlands"

    The shooter-role-playing game hybrid "Borderlands" for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC offers a distinct form of randomizing the rewards a player receives during gameplay. This randomization leads…

    Last Updated: Aug 01, 2011
  • How to Change Profiles on PS3 Saves

    The PlayStation 3 (PS3) saves game files in the "Backup" folder, located within the "Export" section. PS3 offers several saving and restoration options from a system backup to saving a single game…

    Last Updated: Aug 01, 2011
  • How to Make Cheap Sneakers Look Expensive

    Buying cheap sneakers is an economical way to stretch your clothing budget, since they typically cost only a few dollars and are versatile. Adding embellishments to the sneakers helps them look…

    Last Updated: Aug 01, 2011
  • How to Deal With Getting Grounded

    Being grounded is no fun. As a teenager, being told what to do and when to do it is no fun. Being grounded usually comes with certain restrictions, such as being home at a certain time, if you're…

    Last Updated: Jul 28, 2011
  • How to Swap 8-Byte Big Endian in Python

    Different computers and operating systems follow different conventions regarding the significance of successive bytes encoding a single numeric value (typically, an integer). In big-endian…

    Last Updated: Jul 27, 2011
  • How to Extreme Grocery Shop

    Extreme grocery shopping saves you big money on shopping, but it can be time consuming. The trick is to match up the store's sales with coupons, then buy those items in bulk. Extreme couponers are…

    Last Updated: Jul 26, 2011
  • The Most Effective Way to Save for a Home

    There's no right or wrong way to save money when it comes to managing personal finances. If you're considering purchasing a home, it's important to save money efficiently to ensure that you meet your…

    Last Updated: Jul 25, 2011
  • Grants for Old Barn Restoration in Michigan

    Historic barns (those built before 1960) may be restored for educational purposes, as museums, as shelter for livestock or storage for machinery or to meet other functional needs of a modern farm. A…

    Last Updated: Jul 25, 2011
  • How to Aggregate Vector Functions

    In the C++ programming language, vector functions are pointers to functions that return vectors. Vectors are a data containment device used to store data serially, but allow random access. Function…

    Last Updated: Jul 24, 2011
  • Metadata Description

    Metadata is data. Metadata is specifically data that describes other data. Often referred to as data about data, metadata can be a difficult concept to define. However, its role is actually relatively…

    Last Updated: Jul 22, 2011
  • How to Flush the Output Stream

    The C++ programming language makes heavy use of the stream concept. A stream is a location in memory that serves as temporary storage space. An output stream stores data in the region of memory…

    Last Updated: Jul 20, 2011
  • How to Set Up GUS for USDA Underwriting

    In an effort to expand economic opportunities, infrastructure and the tax base in rural regions of the country, the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Development agency guarantees…

    Last Updated: Jul 20, 2011
  • How to Convert USD to RMB

    USD is the internationally accepted symbol for the U.S. dollar, which is the legal tender in the United States of America and outlying islands and territories. RMB is the symbol for Renminbi, also…

    Last Updated: Jul 19, 2011
  • Playground Grants in Alabama

    Federal and local agencies provide grant funding to make improvements to Alabama parks. Nonprofit agencies that work with children and youth are eligible to apply for a grant. You must be a registered…

    Last Updated: Jul 18, 2011
  • Grants for Cooperative Preschool Programs

    Cooperative preschools operate differently than traditional preschools because they are run all or in part by parents. Cooperative preschools can apply for grants from federal and state government…

    Last Updated: Jul 18, 2011
  • Comparison of LIFO & FIFO

    Merchants must know the cost of goods sold to compute their gross profit. There are two inventory systems to help them with that task. In perpetual inventory system, the cost of each item is recorded…

    Last Updated: Jul 18, 2011
  • Grants for Preschool Playground Equipment

    Thousands of kids attend preschools in communities across the United States each year. Preschools needing to purchase, replace and set up playground equipment apply for grants sponsored by government…

    Last Updated: Jul 15, 2011
  • The Average Salary of Concierge Customer Service in Maine

    Maine has 15,860 workers in personal care and service positions, according to a 2010 report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of these employees work in concierge positions, and provide…

    Last Updated: Jul 12, 2011
  • Northwest Territories Carving Grants

    Although individual grants available to carvers living in the Northwest Territories of Canada are not plentiful, a couple of sources do exist. The Canada Council for the Arts offers several types of…

    Last Updated: Jul 12, 2011
  • How to Find Printable Grocery Coupons Online

    When the poor economy hits you in the wallet, many people start looking for new easy ways to save money. One easy way to save money on groceries involves finding printable coupons online. You can save…

    Last Updated: Jul 11, 2011
  • How to Organize a Coupon Pouch

    Anyone would love to find a pouch full of money. That's what you'll do when you collect and organize your coupons in a pouch. Staying organized will let you find coupons while you're shopping and help…

    Last Updated: Jul 11, 2011
  • Money Saving Meal Plans

    Feeding a family is never cheap. Creating a meal plan for your family can help you reduce the amount of money which you need to budget for food without skimping on your family's nutritional needs.…

    Last Updated: Jul 08, 2011
  • Grants for Elementary Playground Equipment

    As of 2008, 20 percent of elementary-aged children were considered obese. School playgrounds keep children active and improve their abilities to play with others. Grant programs from federal agencies…

    Last Updated: Jul 06, 2011
  • How to Sell Prepared Scrap Metal

    Scrap metal is considered prepared when it is cut to a certain length. This length is determined by the specifications of the mill, but generally this refers to cast iron that doesn't exceed more than…

    Last Updated: Jul 04, 2011
  • Purchasing Power Parity Vs. Currency

    Purchasing power parity is a theory of equilibrium exchange rates that originated in the 16th century. The theory states that exchange rate should equalize the cost of living between two countries.…

    Last Updated: Jul 04, 2011
  • Kentucky PTA Grants

    The Kentucky Parent Teacher Association -- an affiliate of the National PTA -- has bolstered collaboration between parents and educators since 1918, focusing on improving the welfare of children both…

    Last Updated: Jul 02, 2011
  • Government Grants for Playground Equipment

    Several federal agencies sponsor grants for the purchase of playground equipment by neighborhoods in rural and urban areas, schools and daycare centers. Grants cover equipment and supply purchases,…

    Last Updated: Jun 30, 2011
  • Who Pays the Taxes on Consignment Sales?

    A consignment shop sells merchandise owned by others on "sale or return" status. The seller does not relinquish ownership and pays a percentage of the value to the shop owner for completing the sale.…

    Last Updated: Jun 28, 2011
  • How to Use FIFO Instead of LIFO

    First in first out (FIFO) and last in first out (LIFO) are accounting methods used to account for tax lot-level sales of investments. For example, if you held 100 shares of Microsoft purchased on…

    Last Updated: Jun 28, 2011
  • What Receipts to Save for Taxes When You Work on Contract

    You have customers, not employers, when you work on contract. This means that the customer will issue you a 1099 rather than a W-2 for calculating your personal income taxes every year. Employers are…

    Last Updated: Jun 24, 2011
  • Texas IDA Grants

    Texas IDA grants, awarded by an assortment of public and private entities in the state, operate under the RAISE Texas umbrella. They provide an avenue for families living in poverty to learn how to…

    Last Updated: Jun 21, 2011
  • How to Save on Alaska Auto Insurance Costs for Seniors

    Senior citizens in Alaska have multiple options available to them for saving money on their auto insurance. Getting these discounted rates can really help seniors who are struggling financially with…

    Last Updated: Jun 20, 2011
  • How to Sell Goods on Consignment

    Selling on consignment is an easy way to earn a little extra money for unwanted items that are in good condition. Selling on consignment means that a person gives items to a third party to sell. The…

    Last Updated: Jun 17, 2011
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