How To: Pronounce the word "thwart" in English
Today's word is "thwart". This is a verb which means to prevent from accomplishing a purpose or a plan. For example, you can say "The police thwarted three terrorist attacks at LAX last month."
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How To: Use BitTorrent and download Torrents
Torrents can also be used to download trial software quicker than regular speeds, if you have enough seeders and such, and the direct download speed is really slow.
How To: Do basic rolls and falls in Bushin Dojo
This will show you the basics of "how to receive the earth." Ninjutsu requires a strong foundation in rolling and falling to avoid injury. This is for demonstrative purposes only! Please seek out a qualified instructor before attempting any of this. Incorrect training can get you seriously injured.
How To: Focus video image using blur
You can use a Gaussian Blur in a number of ways, but Israel Hyman's purpose in this video podcast is simply to expose you to some new possibilities. It’s a brief Izzy Video because he's just throwing out some ideas. In the future, he’ll show how to create the effect.
How To: Use a multimeter
Learn how to use a multimeter. Multimeters are amazing measuring devices that are an absolute necessity for anybody who wants to works with electronics. However, if you don't know how to use one, you might as well not have one, a problem this video remedies by teaching you various measuring methods and there purposes.
How To: Use layer masks and alpha channels in Photoshop
Bert uses examples to explain the difference between layer masks and alpha channels. Both work the same way, but for a totally different purpose.
How To: Tie a half blood knot with a tuck when fishing
The half blood knot with a tuck is similar to the improved clinch knot. The half blood knot with a tuck is a multi purpose fishing knot. The half blood knot with a tuck provides one good method of securing fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels.
How To: Tie the improved clinch knot (variation) when fishing
The improved clinch knot (overhand knot variation) is as the other clinch knots a multi purpose fishing knot. The improved clinch knot provides one good method of securing fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels.
How To: Prepare wasabi dipping sauce
This very simple (and fat free) dipping sauce is a great all-purpose condiment for many things. It is wonderful with spring rolls and it is delicious Asian dumplings, pot stickers, etc. The ingredients you will need are wasabi powder, seasoned rice vinegar, shiracha hot sauce and soy sauce.
How To: Choose a bike
Whether you're a pro or someone just taking off the training wheels, buying a bicycle can be difficult. There are plenty of choices and different kinds of bikes for different conditions. Knowing which bike to choose could be daunting. Taking the time to select the right bike ensures that your investment yields the rewards you desire.
How To: Make a delicious a molten lava cake
This video demonstrates how to make a delicious molten lava cake. You need 4 oounces of semi sweet baking chocolate,4 oounces of unsalted butter, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup sugar, and ¼ cup all purpose flour. Let the baking chocolate melt in a double boiler. While it is melting into smooth liquid take a medium sized baking bowl and crack your eggs into it. Then add your sugar to the eggs and blend them. You can use a hand blender or a whisk but it may take longer to blend by hand. Next, take the melted...
Natural Solution: Extract Synthesized from Maple Syrup Boosts Efficiency of Antibiotics
In the ongoing search to find better ways to use antibiotics, an extract made from maple syrup has some surprisingly important medical benefits.
News: Making an Audiobook Player for a Senior
When eyesight deteriorates, either due to illness or advanced age, many people turn to audiobooks as an alternative to reading. With today's technology there is an abundance of services and devices one can use.
How To: Turn an old knitted sweater into a rad case for your laptop
Make a cozy and protective sweater for your laptop. Start with a large sweater you don't want anymore, and assemble a yarn darner, all purpose thread, tailor's marking chalk and scissors. Then follow along and turn an old grandpa sweater into a cute laptop case!
How To: Decide what stereo speakers are right for your room and sound system
If you already have a stereo or receiver and want to increase your sound by buying stereo speakers, picking the right ones can be confusing. This video offers tips for choosing what sort of stereo speakers are right for the room, sound system, and purpose you need them for.
How To: Call C and C++ from Python with SWIG
If you're interested in learning a general purpose, high-powered programming language, Python might be the way to go. In this installment from his video tutorial series dedicated to programming in the Python programming language, you'll learn how to call C and C++ from Python using SWIG, or the Simplified Wrapper and Interface Generator. To get started using SWIG with Python, take a look!
How To: Create interactive programs in Python
If you're interested in learning a general purpose, high-powered programming language, Python might be the way to go. In this installment from his video tutorial series dedicated to programming in the Python programming language, you'll learn what's necessary to create an interactive program from a Linux shell. To get started programming with Python, take a look!
How To: Use the vi editor for Python programming
If you're interested in learning a general purpose, high-powered programming language, Python might be the way to go. In this installment from his video tutorial series dedicated to programming in the Python programming language, you'll learn how to set up the vi editor to code in Python from the Cygwin Windows/Linux environment. To get started programming with Python, take a look!
How To: Set up Cygwin for Python programming
If you're interested in learning a general purpose, high-powered programming language, Python might be the way to go. In this installment from his video tutorial series dedicated to programming in the Python programming language, you'll learn how to install the Cygwin Windows environment. To get started setting up to program with Python, take a look!
How To: Import and resize paths to create vector art in GIMP
If you are struggling with the paths tool and drawing vector art in GIMP, you can import other people's paths and manipulate them for your purposes! This tutorial will show you how to find sources at DeviantART.com and start using those in GIMP.
How To: Make a camera dolly
This tutorial video will teach you how to make a camera dolly that is extremely affordable. This camera dolly is great for amateur film making and other purposes.
How To: Make a moist banana bread
In this how-to video Chef Jason Hill hows you how to make a moist banana bread. This banana recipe is sure to please your entire family.
How To: Immobilize an injured victim
Wounds that involve underlying structures usually require immobilization. The purpose for immobilizing an injured victim is to provide support. This first aid how-to video demonstrates the proper technique for immobilizing someone who has serious wounds or injuries.
How To: Make a fancy folded Valentine's Day card
This video will teach you how to make an incredibly cute Valentine's Day card. This card tucks in itself to serve the purpose of both envelope and card, although an envelope should still be used for mailing it. All your valentines will know that you love them when you make this adorable card.
How To: Build a bass drum independence
This video lesson includes six drum beats that are designed to build bass drum independence. They are musical patterns that can be used in a rock playing situation, but are here for the purpose of developing your bass drum foot. Work through them slowly at first, and eventually increase the speed as you gain more control.
How To: Make Indian gulab jamun
If you have ever wanted to learn how to cook Indian food, then this is the video for you. Watch as our host Manjula demonstrates how to prepare gulab jamun, a popular Indian dessert.
How To: Prepare Indian mathri with Manjula
Watch as Manjula shows you how to make a traditional Indian dish. To make mathri or salted crackers you'll need:
How To: Stucco a metal shipping container
This video shows how to spray papercrete directly on to a metal 20' shipping container for insulation and aesthetic purposes.
How To: Mix up piña coladas and daiquiris
Whip up creamy pina coladas and a strawberry daiquiri in this mixology demonstration of frozen drinks and summer cocktails.
How To: Make a frozen lime margarita
The all purpose, easy to mix, easy to drink margarita. This video shows you how to make a classic lime margarita, a simple recipe that comes out smooth.
How To: Take apart an iPhone
Learn how to take apart an Apple iPhone for repair purposes.
How To: Make kosher bagels
Bagels are a great addition to any breakfast or lunch table. Learn how to make your own kosher bagels from scratch. Ingredients needed are active dry yeast, water, sugar, salt, all-purpose flour.
News: Researchers May Be Closing in on a Vaccine Against HIV
Results of an early-stage clinical trial of an HIV vaccine could mean a hoped-for breakthrough in the battle against AIDS.
How To: Turn Your Jeans into Shorts
Do not throw away your old denims. Re-purpose them to make yourself new shorts. Here's how.
How To: Make a Jogger Pants Out of Your Trousers
No idea how to re-purpose your trousers? Here's an idea. Turn them into a jogger. Watch this video to find out how.
How To: Make a Jogger Out of Your Trousers
No idea how to re-purpose your trousers? Here's an idea. Turn them into a jogger. Watch this video to find out how.
How To: 3D Macrame Fish Tutorial
How to make 3D Macrame Fish (step by step tutorial). This fish can be used for different purposes - jewelery, keychain, earrings, pendants, necklaces.. etc.
How To: Make a Chocolate Zebra Cake
Here I will be making a chocolate zebra cake. Here are the ingredients: 3 free-range eggs
Nature's Food Hacks: How Honey's Magical Qualities Make It Indispensable
Only a handful of food products are impervious to spoilage—dried rice, salt, sugar—but even among those, honey is unique in that it remains edible without any preparation necessary. It's like this: if you came across honey in an Egyptian tomb, as archaeologists have, you could taste it and never guess it was thousands of years old.
How To: Booby Trap a Book
This is a very mean prank and it can possibly get you into trouble so make sure you know the person you're pranking.