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How To: Use BitTorrent for peer-to-peer web downloads

In this tutorial, we learn how to use BitTorrent for peer-to-peer web downloads. First, go to Mininova, then go to Utorrent to download their software. After this, search for the songs you want through the MiniNova website. Once you find the song you want, double click on the one you want and it will now transfer the song to your uTorrent software. Once the song starts to download, it will take a few seconds to finish. When the song is finished you can then play the song through different mus...

How To: Use the touchscreen on the HP TouchSmart

In this tutorial, we learn how to use the touchscreen on the HP TouchSmart pc. On the Windows desktop you will see a house that has the TouchSmart icon, double touch this, then you will see large tiles that show different shortcuts to application and websites in your computer. You will also see links to website and other items. The bottom and top row are the same, except the bottom is smaller icons than the top. Use your finger to sweep through the different tiles and choose which application...

How To: Tie a sheep bend knot for camping

This video tutorial is in the Arts & Crafts category where you will learn how to tie a sheet bend knot for camping. Take two ropes, make a bite at the end of one rope. Pass the end of the other rope through this bite from underneath and come back through the loop in the second rope and pull it tight. This knot is used to tie two ropes of different sizes together. A variation to this knot is called the double sheet bend. Here you make two loops with the second rope and pass the standing end th...

How To: Install custom fonts in Mac OS X

This video tutorial belongs to the Computers & Programming category which is going to show you how to install custom fonts in Mac OS X. It is very quick, easy and simple. Open your browser and do a Google search for free fonts. From the search result you can choose any of the top links and download the fonts file. Then open the file and choose the font ending with 'ttf' which means true type font. Double click on it and a font book opens up. Then you click 'install font' and it is installed. ...

How To: Reset Blackberry Bold 9000 / 9700 with three methods

This video tutorial belongs to the Electronics category which is going to show you how to reset the Blackberry Bold 9000 / 9700 with three methods. In the first method you hold down the Alt key, the Caps lock key and hit Delete. Your Blackberry will start resetting. This process will take about 2 minutes to complete. The second method is the double reset. Hold down the Alt key, the Caps lock key and hit Delete twice. This method is helpful if your Blackberry is frozen. The third method is cal...

How To: Install WordPress on your Mac

In this tutorial, we learn how to install Wordpress on your Mac computer. First, go online and download the application from MAMP. Once you download and install this, you will need to download Wordpress. Go to the Wordpress website and download their newest version to your computer. After it's done downloading, double click the program and click on "install". Run this locally through the MAMP folder and then find your downloads. After this, click on Wordpress and drag it into the Mamp softwar...

How To: Color balance in Final Cut Pro

This video tutorial is in the Software category which will show you how to color balance in Final Cut Pro. Open a video clip in which you want to do color balance. Double click on it, click effects > video filters > color correction > color corrector 3-way. Click the "color corrector 3-way' tab and find something in the video that is supposed to be white. In the color tray you will see 'whites' written. Now click the eye dropper tool and just click the white object, and you have done the colo...

How To: Extract zip archive files with Winrar

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to extract zip archives files with the WinRaR program. Begin by double-clicking on the zipped file to open it. Users are able to explore the content in the archive, similar to navigating through a windows folder. To extract it, click on Extract To. Now select the save destination and click OK to start the extraction. When the file is finished extracting, find the extraction destination to access the content of the zipped file. This video will benefit ...

How To: Unrar or unzip any .zip or .rar folder

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to unzip any zip or rar folders. Users will need to begin by downloading the program provided in the video. This program application is only available on Mac computers. It is able to expand archives and restore corrupted or missing archives. Once you have downloaded the program, double-click on it to open it. To unzip a folder, select a destination to extract the folder to simply drag the folder into the program. This video will benefit those viewers ...

How To: Wear a square scarf

Cate Adair shows us ways to wear a square scarf in this tutorial. The first way to wear this is the classic, which you will wrap the scarf around your hair and wear sunglasses. The next way to wear it is to fold it around your neck, with a jacket over it, to keep you warm during cold months. You can also double wrap the scarf around you, letting the triangle side lay on the front of your shirt. This can be a fun statement with many different outfits, no matter what you are wearing. Wear acces...

How To: Password protect a folder in Snow Leopard on your Mac

In this tutorial, we learn how to password protect a folder in Snow Leopard on your Mac. First, go to the finder and click on "utilities". Now go to "file, new, disk image from folder". Now, you can select the folder you want and then click "image". Make it a read/write folder so you still can edit the files and enable the encryption. Save this, then it will ask you for a password. Create a password and then verify it. When finished, uncheck the "remember my password", then click on "ok". Now...

How To: Use LightScribe with a Nimbie NB11 disc burner

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to light-scribe with a Nimbie BB11 disc burner. This device is an auto disc loading system that allows the user to light-scribe multiple disc without manually inserting them one-by-one. Simply load the disc into the machine with the labels faced down. On your desktop, double-click on the Q-Q-Box icon to start the program. Start up the labeling function, select a desires image and quantity up to 100. Then click on Print. The machine will then product l...

How To: Disable the awesome bar in Firefox

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to disable the awesome bar in the Mozilla Firefox web browser. This task is very easy, fast and simple to do. Begin by opening the web browser and type in "about:config" in the address bar. Press Enter on the keyboard. A warning will appear, click on "I promise, I'll be careful". In the Filter bar, type in "browser.urlbar". Then double-click on the result and change the value to -1. Now restart the Firefox web browser. This video will benefit those vi...

How To: Add a title in Pinnacle Studio

In this tutorial, we learn how to add a title in Pinnacle Studio. First, click drag and drop your movie into the movie screen and then click on the "edit" tab. Now go to the left hand side and click on the "text" button. Go for a standard title, or whichever you prefer and click and drag that into the video screen. It will now be in front of your video. Double click the video screen and then edit the text to say what you would like. Next, click out of this and add a transition from the right ...

How To: Knit socks

Socks may be one of the lamest gifts you could get someone, especially a child… or a boyfriend or girlfriend. But there is one exception… homemade knitted socks. Make these super simple, handcrafted socks for everyone in your family.

How To: Use Form Tracker in Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro

In this software video tutorial you will learn how to use Form Tracker in Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro. The forms tracker window can be opened by clicking on the 'forms' on the toolbar, or 'forms' in the menu bar or, if Acrobat is not open, by double clicking on the notification button in the tray. Here you are taken to the latest update category. On the left hand side, you will find the response file location. Check its status; whether it is active or not by clicking on 'view responses'. This will gi...

How To: Say "I just ate" in Tagalog

In this video, linguist Bud Brown provides a short lesson on speaking Tagalog. He teaches his viewers how to say that they have just something, such as saying that they have just eaten. There is a conjugation that should be remembered when you want to make a sentence of this form. You have to take the root of the word and double the first syllable of the verb. You then have to add the article "ka" before this verb. For instance, for the Tagalog verb "sabi" which means "to say", you would say ...

How To: Make a beaded watch band with a non-loop watch face

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a beaded watch band with a non-loop watch face. Begin by cutting 2 pieces of the stringing materials to approximately 10 inches. Then put one end of the string through the hole of the watch face and pull it to about halfway. Now users will have 2 strands to work with. Users may choose to making a double strand watch band by putting beads on both strings, or a single strand watch band by running both strands of string through a single bead. Fin...

How To: Create intricate tree leaves in Maya

Creating realistic trees in Maya is hard enough without the leaves, but when you add the lively green leaves onto the branches, the difficulty level doubles. An animated leaf needs to mimic a real life, living leaf, which is intricate, to say the least. So, if you've been having problems with making tree leaves in Maya, this two-part video tutorial will show you the tricks to success. But it's only the beginning of what you can accomplish in Maya.

How To: Tie a quick-and-easy half Windsor knot

Looking for a quick and easy way to fasten a necktie? Need to know how to tie a necktie for a formal event like a wedding or fancy job interview? Prefer that your knot not be too bulky? Try an old standby—the half Windsor knot (sometimes referred to as the "double" Windsor). This video tutorial presents a careful overview of the knot tying process and will have you tying perfect half Windsor knots in no time at all.

How To: Tie your shoelaces the cool way

This video is a demonstration of two ways to tie your shoes. The first method is as follows. Cross the two strings over each other, tuck one under the other, and pull it to tighten. Make a look with one string, then make the same loop with the other string. Cross the two loops, take one of the loops and tuck it in the hole between the two strings, and pull it. The second way starts the same as the first. After you have the first knot, make one loop and hold it with your thumb and index finger...

How To: Sew a baby bib

There's nothing greater than giving a baby a handmade gift that they will treasure. In this tutorial, learn how to sew a simple double sided baby bib. This bib is adorable and durable and will last long enough to pass down from kid to kid.

How To: Install HP printer drivers in Windows XP

In this Computers & Programming video tutorial you will learn how to install HP printer drivers in Windows XP. Go to www.hp.com and click on ‘support and drivers’. Choose ‘download drivers and software’, enter your product name and click GO. On the next page click on the specific product link then choose the operating system on the following page. Next choose the basic driver and click on ‘download only’. Then double click on the icon on your desktop and click ‘run’. If you ha...

How To: Open ports on your Windows XP computer

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to open ports on a Windows XP computer. Begin by clicking on the Start menu and open Control Panel. Double-click on Network Connections and select your network connection. Right-click on it and select Properties. Click on the Advanced tab and click on Settings. Select the Advanced tab again. Click on your internet connection and click on Settings. Click Add and fill in the port information. Click OK. T forward a port, users need to go to their router'...

How To: Automate tasks in Mac OS X

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to automate tasks in a Mac OS X computer. This video will show viewers how to create a simple application, that when double-clicked, will open a new message that's already addressed to a specific person. Begin by clicking on the Macintosh HD and click on Applications. Open Automator. Users will be able to create a template for different work flows. Select Application and click Choose. On the left side of the window, there will be a list programs that ...

How To: Create a 3D sphere & reflection in Illustrator

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to create a 3D sphere and reflection in Adobe Illustrator. Begin by using the ellipse tool and create a circle. Select the black and white gradient, and drag the colors that you want into the gradient panel. Now hold the Alt key and draw a smaller circle inside. Fill it with white/transparent gradient. Select the sphere and go to Object/Group. Now go to Effect/Distort and Transform/Transform. Tick the Preview and Reflect Y, insert 1 copies box and sel...

How To: Quickly insert formulas in Excel

Robert demonstrates how to quickly insert formulas into Excel. To create a sum, highlight your selected cells and press the sum key. Expand the formula by clicking on the fill handle. Double click on the fill handle to expand the formula. To sum vertical columns, highlight all the cells and click the sum button. Press and hold down the control key for another shortcut to work in accordance with the auto sum button. You can also select the average for the area. You can also select the area and...

How To: Make an awesome photomontage using Photoshop

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to create a photo-montage using Adobe Photoshop. Begin by inserting the images into the program. Then double-click on the montage image to unlock it and select the eraser tool to remove the background. Once the background is removed, select the move tool and move the montage image to the background. To modify the dimensions, go to Edit and select Free Transformation. Hold the Shift key to maintain the proportions. This video will benefit those viewers...

How To: Make chocolate ganache cupcakes with Ina Garten

Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, shows how to make her chocolate ganache cupcakes. Put the butter and sugar into the mixer and mix until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Next comes the “secret ingredient”, a can of chocolate syrup, then some vanilla, and finally the flour. Mix it well but don’t overbeat or the cake will be tough. Fill the muffin pans using an ice cream scoop, and bake at 325 for 25 to 30 minutes.

How To: Use the blend tool in Adobe Illustrator

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to use the blend tool in Adobe Illustrator. The blend tool will allow users to create objects between two strokes or filled objects. When you double-click on the blend tool, there will be 3 options to select from. Select the spacing and press OK. The three spacing options are: Smooth Color, Specify Steps and Specified Distance. Users are also able to select the amount strokes between the two objects. Now select the points of the two objects and it wil...

How To: Link tasks in Microsoft Project 2007

In this Software video tutorial you will learn how to link tasks in Microsoft Project 2007. There are four ways to link a task. Finish to start is the default, then you have start to start, finish to finish and start to finish. Here you will see how to link up two tasks and what is the dependency between them. There are various methods of creating dependency between two tasks. One method is to select the two tasks and click on the ‚Äòlink tasks‚Äô button on the tool bar or you can go to the ‚...

How To: Install fonts in Photoshop

In this how to video, you will learn how to install fonts on to a computer running Windows. First, go to the start menu and go to control panel. From here, double click on fonts. Next, select install new font. From here, browse your folders to the folder you have saved your downloaded fonts. Once it is selected, press okay to add the font to your current list of fonts. You can check if the font can be used by opening up Photoshop. Create a new file and then press the text icon. From here, you...

How To: Wear a pashmina scarf with your bridesmaid's dress

In this video tutorial, viewers learn different ways to wear a Pashmina scarf with a bridesmaid dress. The first way is to wear it on the shoulders for those who are uncomfortable with strapless dresses or are cold. The second way is to simply wear it around your arms. The third way is to put on the shoulders and tie it at the back. The fourth way is put it around your neck and wrap it. If it's cold, you can wrap the end in a knot. The fifth way is to double the scarf then tie it around your ...