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How to Beat Raam in Gears of War
General RAAM is an ugly and evil guy. First lieutenant to Queen Myrrah, he is the Final Boss of Gears of War. Yet he is hard to defeat, so if you're so frustrated that you need help, no problem. The solution for beating him is right here for Casual, Hardc...
How to Think Ahead
No one can see the future, yet we all must make guesses about it to make decisions and be better prepared for what comes our way. The guesses that we make aren't based on seeing the future, but on our knowledge and past experiences, with a little bit of i...
How to Tell if an Emerald Is Real
Many "emeralds" are actually other green gems, green glass, or imitations built from several materials. Conduct several tests before you reach a conclusion one way or the other, since results are not always definitive without specialized gemology equipmen...
How to Debadge Your Car
Many automotive enthusiasts choose to remove the badges from their vehicle. Some do it to improve the aesthetics of their car, others do it to remove indications of the trim they chose when purchasing their vehicles. You can remove the badges from your...
How to Divide by a Two‐Digit Number
Dividing by a two-digit number is a lot like single-digit division, but it does take a little longer and some practice. Since most of us haven't memorized our 47 times tables, this can take a little guesswork, but there's a handy trick you can learn to ma...
How to Use Aluminum Foil Properly: Tips & Safety Guide
Aluminum foil is commonly used for baking, cooking, and packaging food. However, the reflective and insulative properties of this material make it useful far beyond the kitchen. Think outside the box and make the most of each roll of aluminum foil!
How to Tell Someone You Don't Want to Go on Another Date
Sometimes, after a first date, one person might feel a spark while the other does not. Letting someone know you're not interested in a second date is a delicate conversation. Whether you let them know via text or in person, keep your words polite but dire...
How to Stream Your Webcam
This wikiHow teaches you how to stream live video from your computer's webcam to the Internet. You can use OBS Studio to encode a stream to use with any streaming service, although you can also stream your webcam directly to YouTube or Facebook without ha...
How to Pass Time
Whether you're sitting somewhere you don't wish to be (e.g. class, dental office, court, etc.), or you just can't wait for something, use this guide to pass the time until class ends, your appointment arrives, or you become busy doing something else. Get...
How to Text a Guy You Like
Texting a guy you like can be exhilarating, but also nerve-wracking and a little scary. As nervous as you might be at the start of the conversation, if you keep your cool, you'll be shooting off texts like a pro by the end. By asking fun questions and tea...
How to Write Standard Code in C++
There are infinitely many ways to program computers. Ultimately, it is the choice of the programmer how to accomplish what they need. There are, however, many "best practices" for styles and function usage for better compilation and safer programs. Some...
How to Perform the Adhan (with Du'a and Iqama)
“Adhan” (also “azan” or “athan”) literally translates to “announcement,” and it’s just that, an announcement to Islamic people that it’s time to pray. The announcer, or mu'adhdhin, stands in the minaret of a mosque or another high place, and sings the ann...
How to Write Standard Code in C++
There are infinitely many ways to program computers. Ultimately, it is the choice of the programmer how to accomplish what they need. There are, however, many "best practices" for styles and function usage for better compilation and safer programs. Some...
How to Change Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid needs to be changed from time to time in order to extend the life of the transmission, usually every 30,000–60,000 miles (48,000–97,000 km) (sometimes more – check your owner's manual for service intervals). When the transmission fluid...
How to Start a Career in Information Technology
If you love all things digital, information technology (or IT) might just be the perfect career for you. As an IT professional, you might work with computers, mobile devices, networks, web pages—the options are nearly endless. Even better, it's a rapidly-...
How to Make a Note into an Envelope
Here's a creative way to save paper: Instead of putting a note in an envelope, why not fold the note itself into an envelope? That way, there's no additional paper to tear open and throw out. Plus, by using sheets of paper with various designs on one side...