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This wikiHow teaches you how to eject an external hard drive from your computer, allowing you to safely unplug it from the USB port.

If you plan on taking a hike or camping out in the wilderness, it's important that you remember to protect yourself from mosquitos. On top of being itchy and annoying, mosquito bites also have the potential to carry infectious and dangerous diseases. Luck...

Hair toner is most commonly used on blonde hair to alter the tone of the blonde. It can remove brassiness or yellow tints, or give your blonde a more golden or ashy look. It is not a dye, but slightly alters the underlying shade of your hair. To use hair...

Washing machines are complicated, but when yours stops mid-cycle there are a couple of likely culprits that can be fixed without too much special expertise. If there was a power surge, try a master reset. If you are having trouble with the water level, te...

Sometimes the dirtiest things in the house are the things that we use to clean it. Constant exposure to dirt and grime can make the vacuum cleaner a breeding ground for disease and bad odors. Though it might look daunting, cleaning the vacuum should not t...

The Running Man is a hip-hop dance move that was popular in the 1980s. This dance move mimics the movement you make while running, and it is a great cardio workout that can help increase your heart rate. This classic dance move recently became popular aga...

Windows Services (also known as Services, services.msc, service control manager, part of Microsoft Management Console, and services snap-in) is an app in Windows that allows you to manage the settings of other apps and processes that run in the background...

Starting a snowblower involves a few steps to inspect your machine and make sure it's in running condition. Then, prime your engine so it’s ready to ignite. Finally, use the starter rope or electric starter (depending on your model) to get your snowblower...

If you believe in astrology, you may think about someone's sign when trying to attract them. Some people believe Libras are drawn to certain things in a romantic partner. Work on cultivating an independent, confident personality. Get a Libra man's attenti...

Fishnet stockings make a bold addition to your leisure wardrobe. Avoid wearing fishnet at work or school, though, since they verge on risqué. Stick to neutral stockings and solid colors in the rest of your wardrobe if you want a classic look. Micro-patter...

Looking to brighten your anodized aluminum pots or get debris off of your home’s aluminum fixtures? Anodized aluminum is notorious for being easy to scratch, but it’s a lot easier to clean that you’d think. So long as you don’t use extremely harsh chemica...

Rubber band cars are a fun way to learn about motion, propulsion, and energy. They are also fun to play with and race. Once you know the basics of building a rubber band car, you can experiment with you own design and construction. You can also build a bu...

You don't have to belong to a bird watcher's society to admire the sight of a bird perched on a flowering branch. For those who live in places where winter is long, such a sight refreshes the spirit and gives hope for warmer days ahead. It's no wonder t...

Ideas about how to discipline blind and visually impaired children have changed drastically over the past several decades. Old models of discipline, such as spanking and forced isolation, have been replaced with positive behavioral approaches. It is impor...

There are several ways you can cook a potato in the microwave in 10 minutes or less. Making baked, roasted, or mashed potatoes in the microwave is a breeze, and all you need is a potato of your choice (we highly recommend a Russet or Yukon potato), a micr...

Sometimes a cat who is overstimulated will suddenly attack you, whether because they are playing roughly or they are redirecting aggression. If this happens, you should stay calm and try not to surprise the cat so it releases you. It's also important to k...