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How To: Multiply 2 digit numbers using the grid method

This video shows the method to multiply two digit numbers using the grid method. First make a grid of three rows and three columns. Put a cross in the first row and first column or the (1,1) position. Separate the ones and the tens in the number. In our example 43 is broken into 40,3 and 56 is broken into 50,6. Put these numbers in the remaining places in the first row and first column. Now multiply every number with the other and place it in the corresponding location in the grid. In our exa...

How To: SSH into your iPhone/iPod Touch

This video describes about accessing an iPhone in Ubuntu using open SSH, cyber-duck, Netatalk. For accessing using SSH, make sure your iPhone's Wi-Fi connectivity is on. Now open your terminal and type "SSH root@'address'". Here address refers to the IP address of your iPhone. You have to type a password to access the iPhone contents. Once you are authenticated type "ls" and you will be shown with the contents of the iPhone. The second method is using cyber-duck. In it, choose SFTP as the con...

How To: Put a hook on a deep sea fishing pole

In this tutorial from Mark the Shark, viewers are shown how to apply a hook to a fishing pole. One such method is using a Fishermen's knot, and wrapping the hook around the line eight times, and then wetting it with saliva, before it is tightened. Then, the user must make sure than the knot comes all the way down to the hook, to make sure it does not rotate. Next, pliers must be used to eliminate excessive line, and then the line must be searched for crinks, or any imperfections. Mark the Sha...

How To: Thicken gravy for holiday meals

Food editor Melissa Roberts shows a few different ways to thicken gravy. The first way that is shown is using either arrowroot or cornstarch. Both of these ingredients are gluten free and must be dissolved completely in cold water before adding to hot liquids as clumping will result if added straight. The next method to thicken your gravy is called a buerre manie'. A beurre manie' is French for needed butter. This method is a paste made by combining three tablespoons of butter and three table...

How To: Solve quadratic equations by square root method

In this video the instructor shows how to solve quadratic equation by the square root method. The square root property of equations states that if k is positive and a*a = k, then a is equal to square root of k or -1 times the square root of k. So to solve a quadratic equation by square root property first get the equation in the form of a*a = k. Now apply the square root property explained in the previous step to get the result. The instructor now demonstrates these concepts by solving some e...

How To: Teach your children to multiply early

The gentleman, acting as the Instructor, starts the session immediately by suggesting that to teach early multiplication all parents should practice a method of "Count-by's" with their children when they are very young using ones to ten, twos to twenty, threes to thirty, fours to forty, and so forth. The Instructor then demonstrates this method of counting by tens using a grid behind him on a chalkboard which depicts columns of ten elements. He counts each column from 10 to 100, and then writ...

How To: Do the "PLL" Rubik's Cube solution technique

This is a demonstration on how to use the PLL method to solve a Rubik's cube. The author informs that what people do before and after applying the PLL technique is very important. According to him, people usually tend to first align as many faces as they can, when they see a partial algorithm and then apply the PLL method, which is very time consuming. Instead, one should stop one step short of alignment, apply the Pll method and then align the faces completely. The author, however, points ou...

How To: Solve a system by the elimination method

In this video the instructor shows how to solve a system of equations by elimination method. First you need to know how many possible number of solutions you can get by solving a system of equations. There are three possibilities. In the first case there are two lines with different slopes, so they intersect at a point which is the solution to that system. In second case there can be two lines with same slope but are parallel to each other. In this case the system has no solution. In the thir...

How To: Drop D tune a bass

This is a tutorial video on how to play bass, brought to you by How to Play Bass, hosted by Paul Wolf. In this lesson Paul teaches you how to tune your bass guitar down to what is called "Drop D" tuning. Follow along with him, as Paul demonstrates how to achieve this tuning by two different methods. The first method is done by tuning to the 'A' string, and de-tuning the 'E' string to 'D'. The second method involves a similar process, this time using the 'D' string to achieve the same effect.

How To: Change eye color using Photoshop

This seven minute and three second how-to YouTube video, uploaded by user ranash19195, instructs it's audience to 'Change eye color in Photoshop'. There are two methods that are taught: using a hue/saturation mask or a color change mask. The instructor uses clear and concise language to teach both methods. He takes you on a step by step visual and auditory journey and makes learning to change eye colors (retouching photos) both exciting and extremely easy to accomplish.

How To: Curl your hair the fast and easy way

This is a very simple and informative step by step how to video on how to curl your hair fast and simple. She shows you a method that in fact makes your hair look healthier even though the harsh effects of heat can be damaging. In a new and compellingly easy method this video will show you exactly what you need to know in order to properly curl you hair and by twisting you hair before placing it in the curling iron she teaches you the latest method of curling your hair.

How To: Use the "Ortega method" to solve a 2x2 Rubik's Cube

This is a video tutorial on how to solve a 2x2 Rubik's cube using the Ortega method. The tip from the author is to go for the color whose maximum squares are already together. It is also pointed out that not only does the Ortega method involve three steps, which is time consuming, people using it also tend to take pauses in-between, drastically reducing one's solving speed. This tutorial provides tips on how to reduce and eliminate such time consuming pauses.

How To: Use the Difference of Squares factoring method

For more advanced math, you will need to use the difference of squares in order to factor certain polynomials. This video offers the basic technique for this factoring method as well as a few examples to get you started. In order for this factoring technique to work, you will need two numbers which are squares and are being subtracted from each other. The two factors will be the original numbers added to each other as well as subtracted from one another. This fast and simple factoring method ...

How To: Solve a Rubik's Cube with the "Ortega method"

Want to learn how to solve the mysterious Rubik's Cube? Well in this video, the viewers will be taught how to do so with the "Ortega method". The video provides a demonstration of this method with a 2x2x2 Rubik's Cube. At each step, the video breaks down the cube into different situations and which algorithm to use for which. The video demonstrates how to recognize each situation, what to do in each case and the fastest way to do so.

How To: Take screenshots on your computer w/ different methods

Need to learn how to make a screen shot? This instructional video takes you step by step through three different methods of taking the image on your screen and into a program so you can print it. This will take you through three different ways to get a screen shot, how to use the on screen keyboard and use the program MW snap. All three methods are free to any Microsoft user and paste the image into another free program MS Paint.

How To: Understand the Petrus Method of solving a Rubik's Cube

In this video the author shows how to solve a Rubik's Cube using Peter's method. He says that he is not going to give any algorithm or step by step procedure but that he intends to give an over view of how to solve a Rubik's Cube. He starts with the basics of Peter's method. He starts with explaining few pointers like the tiles in the middle of each faces of cube never really move and he tells the basics of how to hold the cube. He goes on and explains how to solve the cube by starting from a...

How To: Solve a system of equations via the elimination method

Elimination in mathematics is used to find the solution set of a system of equalities. This video tutorial shows how to use elimination to find the solution set of a given equation and offers several examples to illustrate the process. Before applying this method, the equation must be in the form “Ax +By=C.” When graphing a set of mathematical equations that intersect, the answer to the elimination is the point on the graph where the two lines cross.

How To: Stretch your ear gauge using the tape method

Want to wear some awesome ear plugs and be the most unique person walk down the street? Then you're going to have to stretch out your ear holes - and we mean REALLY stretch them out. Since ear plugs come in sizes ranging from the super tiny to even 2 inches in diameter, you'll have to stretch your ear to whatever diameter you prefer.

How To: Insert and remove a menstrual cup

This menstrual hygiene video offers information on the insertion and removel of wearing a menstrual cup, the latest method in menstrual/period protection. Menstrual cups provide an alternative to potentially unhealthy and wasteful methods of feminine hygiene such as the tampon or sanitary napkin. Follow along with this feminine hygiene video and learn how to properly insert and remove a menstrual cup.

How To: Wrap gifts with the furoshiki eco-friendly method

Join Molly de Vries and pick up some new holiday tricks with a green conscience. She shows us how to make a festive fabric garland from attractive scraps, then shows a furoshiki fabric gift wrapping technique. Molly is a sustainable textiles maven and creator of Ambatalia "The Fabric Society." Learn how to wrap gifts the furoshiki method.

How To: Use authentication in Axosoft OnTime

There are two different methods of Authentication in OnTime, and each method has two different ways that the authentication can take place. In this installment from Axosoft's own series of video tutorials on the OnTime Project Management Suite you'll learn about these forms of authentication.

How To: Stockinette stitch for knitting projects

Watch this instructional knitting video knit a stockinette stitch using the Contintental method. This means you will knit on one side of the piece and purl on the other side. Stockinette stitch tends to curl at the edges, which add a nice finishing touch to sweaters or hats. Knitting with the Continental method only means that you hold the yarn with your left hand.

How To: Knit stitch using the Continental method

Watch this instructional knitting video to do the knit stitch using the Continental method of knitting. The knit stitch is the most essential part of learning to knit. Combine the knit stitch with the purl stitch to begin your first knitting projects. Continental style knitting only means that you hold the yarn in your left hand.

How To: Knit an English knit stitch

This video will show you how to make a knit stitch using the English method. Anything you knit is made up of knit stitches and purl stitches. So, you once to learn this stitch you are on your way to mastering the craft. The English method means that you will be holding the working yarn with your right hand. Knitter who use this style of knitting are often called, "throwers".

How To: Brew gyokuro tea with ice cubes

Tea is usually brewed with hot boiling water. In this how to video our host shows you a new method of making gyokuro tea with ice cubes. This brewing method is more commonly known as shinobi-cha and it is very easy way to enjoy your tea longer. Watch and start making tea with ice cubes using the shinobi-cha method.

How To: Solve the mighty Rubik's Cube

Need a little help solving the Rubik's Cube? This video tutorial will show you how to solve the mighty Rubik's Cube like you've never down before. Well, actually, not really, this is simply for beginners. If you're a beginner, then try this cross method out. Then, you can go to more difficult and faster solving methods, with harder algorithms.

How To: Prepare the ears on a deer mount by the bondo method

A professional taxidermist demonstrates the "bondo ear" method for a whitetail deer mount in this video taxidermy tutorial. The mixture used is half bondo and half polyester resin, and the ears on the deer mount are further stuffed with a fiberglass mat to reinforce the material. The mixture is then placed on a stick and then slid down the ear of the deer skin cape. Amateur taxidermists can watch this instructional video and learn how to prepare the ears on a deer mount by the bondo method.

How To: Deep fry a delicious turkey

Forget the same old method of making a Thanksgiving turkey. Watch this how to video and learn how to deep fry a your bird. Don't roast your turkeys the same old fashion way. Deep frying a turkey actually leaves it much more moist than other conventional cooking methods.