In Feburary 2016 29,
Go to the website Pipl, and search for the person. This website claims to look through material on the Web that usually doesn't show up in an ordinary search engine search (Google or Yahoo!). You just have to provide the person's name and it will return the phone number as well as some public records.
Go to the website Open Secrets and click 'Donor Lookup.' Search for the person whose records you are looking for. The website contains a database of more than millions of people. Another similar website is Follow the Money but it specifically gives information on state campaigns' contributions of individuals.
Go to the website Criminal Searches. The website has compiled public records on criminal history from various jurisdictions across the country.
Look on the website of Federal Bureau of Prisons. The website has an 'Inmate Locator' that lets you look up all the people who are currently in prison or have recently been released.
Look up the person on an ordinary phone book lookup website to find his number. Websites like the WhitePages, Anywho or Reverse Phone Check let you find a person by name. However, the results will be restricted to his phone number and address only.
In Feburary 2016 29,
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Montag, 29. Februar 2016
How to Link Directly to Go Daddy FilesIn Feburary 2016 29,
In Feburary 2016 29,
Log in to your Go Daddy account. Select 'Web Hosting' from the Products section and click on the account you wish to use, then click 'Launch' This will open the Hosting Control Center.
Click 'Your Files' in the Hosting Control Center. This will access the File Manager.
Click 'Upload' in the File Manager section. Click 'Browse,' locate the file you wish to upload and click 'OK.'
Test the URL to download the file. Any file you upload to Go Daddy can be linked to or downloaded by typing your domain name followed by a forward slash and the file name. For example: www.yourdomainname.com/filename.pdf.
In Feburary 2016 29,
Log in to your Go Daddy account. Select 'Web Hosting' from the Products section and click on the account you wish to use, then click 'Launch' This will open the Hosting Control Center.
Click 'Your Files' in the Hosting Control Center. This will access the File Manager.
Click 'Upload' in the File Manager section. Click 'Browse,' locate the file you wish to upload and click 'OK.'
Test the URL to download the file. Any file you upload to Go Daddy can be linked to or downloaded by typing your domain name followed by a forward slash and the file name. For example: www.yourdomainname.com/filename.pdf.
In Feburary 2016 29,
Donnerstag, 25. Februar 2016
How to Get Free CoinsIn Feburary 2016 25,
In Feburary 2016 25,
Buy some coin folders if you do not already own a few. The folders that you purchase will depend on the denomination of coins you are seeking. Folders with removable windows are best if you wish to be able to fully protect your coins and view both the front and back of them. They are, however, more expensive than the simple folders with open coin slots.
Set aside $10.00 to make your first investment. Although money is required to begin this process, the actual coins you collect will only cost you their face value.
Visit your local bank and request any amount of coin rolls that you wish to purchase. Pennies are best when you first start because the rolls are only 50 cents each. With a $10.00 investment, you will be able to purchase 20 rolls.
Look through the coins that you purchased and pick out the ones that fit in the open slots of your coin books. Set aside any coins that you do not wish to keep or already own. Always be on the lookout for older coins and coins that have malfunctions on the front. In 1984, the Lincoln penny was printed with two ears on one side. Finding this coin can net you a tidy profit or enhance your collection.
Return the coins that you did not use to the bank for cash. You may use the money to buy more rolls of coins to further build up your collection. If you inform the bank teller that you are a coin collector, they will be understanding and might know of some specific rolls that will be more likely to contain the coins for which you are looking.
In Feburary 2016 25,
Buy some coin folders if you do not already own a few. The folders that you purchase will depend on the denomination of coins you are seeking. Folders with removable windows are best if you wish to be able to fully protect your coins and view both the front and back of them. They are, however, more expensive than the simple folders with open coin slots.
Set aside $10.00 to make your first investment. Although money is required to begin this process, the actual coins you collect will only cost you their face value.
Visit your local bank and request any amount of coin rolls that you wish to purchase. Pennies are best when you first start because the rolls are only 50 cents each. With a $10.00 investment, you will be able to purchase 20 rolls.
Look through the coins that you purchased and pick out the ones that fit in the open slots of your coin books. Set aside any coins that you do not wish to keep or already own. Always be on the lookout for older coins and coins that have malfunctions on the front. In 1984, the Lincoln penny was printed with two ears on one side. Finding this coin can net you a tidy profit or enhance your collection.
Return the coins that you did not use to the bank for cash. You may use the money to buy more rolls of coins to further build up your collection. If you inform the bank teller that you are a coin collector, they will be understanding and might know of some specific rolls that will be more likely to contain the coins for which you are looking.
In Feburary 2016 25,
How to Check Free Disk Space in UbuntuIn Feburary 2016 25,
In Feburary 2016 25,
Open the 'Applications Menu' on Ubuntu by clicking on the 'Applications' button in the taskbar.
Click on 'Accessories.'
Click on 'Disk Usage Analyzer' to bring up a window that shows the used and free disk space for every hard drive that is connected to your Ubuntu computer.
In Feburary 2016 25,
Open the 'Applications Menu' on Ubuntu by clicking on the 'Applications' button in the taskbar.
Click on 'Accessories.'
Click on 'Disk Usage Analyzer' to bring up a window that shows the used and free disk space for every hard drive that is connected to your Ubuntu computer.
In Feburary 2016 25,
Mittwoch, 24. Februar 2016
How to Get Free IDX Feeds to My WebsiteIn Feburary 2016 24,
In Feburary 2016 24,
Navigate to a website that provides free IDX listings for real estate professionals or offers a free trial. RealBird.com and SoftRealty.com offer free, ad-supported versions of their listings that integrate easily in most websites. The listings do display ads that generate revenue for the services but are free and relatively simple to use. A 60-day trial version available from Listing4U.com is a full-featured IDX feed that includes contact links in listings, which potential clients can use to contact you directly, and no ads are displayed.
Register for the free account or trial version by entering your personal and office contact information, as well as username and password credentials. Submit the information by clicking “Register” or “Sign Up Now.”
Open your email application or browse to your Webmail inbox. Open the email message you receive from the IDX listing service. Double-click the confirmation link inside the message to confirm and activate your account.
Log in to the IDX listing service website with your username and password. On your main account page, click “Create New Listings Code” or “Create New Feed.”
Select the options you want to use for listings on your website. For instance, if you want to display listings for homes in your local area only, enter zip codes to use in the feeds. Additionally, select the types of homes you want to display on your site. For example, if you want to display apartment building and single-family dwellings, select those options by clicking the applicable check boxes.
Click the “Save Feed” or “Create Feed” after you select all of the options you want to use. A new page appears and displays the code you must use on your website to display the listings. Minimize your Web browser to the Windows task bar, but do not close it.
Launch Notepad or your preferred text/HTML editor. Open the HTML file that contains the code for the page on which you want to display the IDX listings. If you do not have a copy of the HTML file on your local computer, you must download the file from your website. You can do this by opening the page in your browser and using the “File/Save” option on the menu bar, and then saving the file to your PC.
Maximize the browser page containing the IDX listings code. Highlight all the code in the “Copy this Code” or “Copy and Paste Code” box. Press the “Ctrl” and “C” keys on your keyboard to copy the IDX listing code to the Windows clipboard.
Maximize the text-editor application window. Scroll down to the point in the code where you want the IDX listings to appear on your Web page. Click the “Ctrl” and “V” keys to copy the code from the system clipboard to the HTML file. Save the file in the text editor and close the window.
Upload the edited HTML file to your website. If prompted to overwrite the existing file, click “Yes” or “OK.” After you upload the edited file, refresh your website by press the “F5” key. After the page refreshes, the IDX listings appear on the page for which you entered the IDX feed code.
In Feburary 2016 24,
Navigate to a website that provides free IDX listings for real estate professionals or offers a free trial. RealBird.com and SoftRealty.com offer free, ad-supported versions of their listings that integrate easily in most websites. The listings do display ads that generate revenue for the services but are free and relatively simple to use. A 60-day trial version available from Listing4U.com is a full-featured IDX feed that includes contact links in listings, which potential clients can use to contact you directly, and no ads are displayed.
Register for the free account or trial version by entering your personal and office contact information, as well as username and password credentials. Submit the information by clicking “Register” or “Sign Up Now.”
Open your email application or browse to your Webmail inbox. Open the email message you receive from the IDX listing service. Double-click the confirmation link inside the message to confirm and activate your account.
Log in to the IDX listing service website with your username and password. On your main account page, click “Create New Listings Code” or “Create New Feed.”
Select the options you want to use for listings on your website. For instance, if you want to display listings for homes in your local area only, enter zip codes to use in the feeds. Additionally, select the types of homes you want to display on your site. For example, if you want to display apartment building and single-family dwellings, select those options by clicking the applicable check boxes.
Click the “Save Feed” or “Create Feed” after you select all of the options you want to use. A new page appears and displays the code you must use on your website to display the listings. Minimize your Web browser to the Windows task bar, but do not close it.
Launch Notepad or your preferred text/HTML editor. Open the HTML file that contains the code for the page on which you want to display the IDX listings. If you do not have a copy of the HTML file on your local computer, you must download the file from your website. You can do this by opening the page in your browser and using the “File/Save” option on the menu bar, and then saving the file to your PC.
Maximize the browser page containing the IDX listings code. Highlight all the code in the “Copy this Code” or “Copy and Paste Code” box. Press the “Ctrl” and “C” keys on your keyboard to copy the IDX listing code to the Windows clipboard.
Maximize the text-editor application window. Scroll down to the point in the code where you want the IDX listings to appear on your Web page. Click the “Ctrl” and “V” keys to copy the code from the system clipboard to the HTML file. Save the file in the text editor and close the window.
Upload the edited HTML file to your website. If prompted to overwrite the existing file, click “Yes” or “OK.” After you upload the edited file, refresh your website by press the “F5” key. After the page refreshes, the IDX listings appear on the page for which you entered the IDX feed code.
In Feburary 2016 24,
Dienstag, 23. Februar 2016
How to Upgrade Microsoft Office for FreeIn Feburary 2016 23,
In Feburary 2016 23,
Open the Internet browser and navigate to the 'Office.Microsoft.com' website. Once on the page select 'Downloads' to view all the areas open for downloads.
Choose the kind of upgrade you want for your programs (located in the 'Browse Office Marketplace), then click the available resource. This brings up additional features available under the specific kind of update you are seeking.
Click the 'Download' link next to the upgrade you have chosen and the information downloads to the computer.
Double-click the downloaded file to open the installation wizard. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard to completely setup the upgrade into your Microsoft Office program package.
In Feburary 2016 23,
Open the Internet browser and navigate to the 'Office.Microsoft.com' website. Once on the page select 'Downloads' to view all the areas open for downloads.
Choose the kind of upgrade you want for your programs (located in the 'Browse Office Marketplace), then click the available resource. This brings up additional features available under the specific kind of update you are seeking.
Click the 'Download' link next to the upgrade you have chosen and the information downloads to the computer.
Double-click the downloaded file to open the installation wizard. Follow the prompts of the installation wizard to completely setup the upgrade into your Microsoft Office program package.
In Feburary 2016 23,
Montag, 22. Februar 2016
How to Make Free Printable Greeting CardsIn Feburary 2016 22,
In Feburary 2016 22,
Open your computer's office suite. Microsoft Works offers easy-to-use greeting card templates.
Click on 'Templates' in Microsoft Works.
Click on 'Cards & Crafts.' This will open a list of card template themes to the right side of the screen. Click on the theme in which you are interested.
Use the scroll bar in the middle of the screen to browse the list of template options for that category.
Click on the card that you want to use, and then click on 'Use This Style.'
Type the card's text directly onto the card template. Keep in mind that the template you chose may require the paper to be folded in quarters, and some of your text may need to be inverted. Add text boxes as needed.
Click on 'File' and then 'Print' to print directly from the template. Save your card to your computer if you plan to use it again in the future.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Open your computer's office suite. Microsoft Works offers easy-to-use greeting card templates.
Click on 'Templates' in Microsoft Works.
Click on 'Cards & Crafts.' This will open a list of card template themes to the right side of the screen. Click on the theme in which you are interested.
Use the scroll bar in the middle of the screen to browse the list of template options for that category.
Click on the card that you want to use, and then click on 'Use This Style.'
Type the card's text directly onto the card template. Keep in mind that the template you chose may require the paper to be folded in quarters, and some of your text may need to be inverted. Add text boxes as needed.
Click on 'File' and then 'Print' to print directly from the template. Save your card to your computer if you plan to use it again in the future.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Sonntag, 21. Februar 2016
How to Learn Hindi for FreeIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Determine how much time you can spend studying Hindi each day. Also decide what your goals are for learning Hindi, as in how proficient in reading, writing and/or speaking Hindi would you like to become?
Based on your answers to the above questions, search for websites with free online tutorials for the Hindi language. Try the Hindi language page of the Open of Course website (see References) that offers audio and video lessons, Hindi podcasts and other free ways to learn Hindi.
Maintain a regular schedule and supplement your online lessons by watching free Hindi films (most of which fall into the Bollywood film category), with subtitles if you prefer, at sites such as Bharat Movies (see Resources).
You can also listen to Hindi songs to improve your listening skills at the Hindi page of the Shoutcast website (see Resources).
If you prefer to do a language exchange, you can post an ad on Craigslist to meet with a local native Hindi speaker. Or you can try a language exchange via texting, online chat, e-mail or even snail mail. Try the My Language Exchange website for details (see References).
In Feburary 2016 21,
Determine how much time you can spend studying Hindi each day. Also decide what your goals are for learning Hindi, as in how proficient in reading, writing and/or speaking Hindi would you like to become?
Based on your answers to the above questions, search for websites with free online tutorials for the Hindi language. Try the Hindi language page of the Open of Course website (see References) that offers audio and video lessons, Hindi podcasts and other free ways to learn Hindi.
Maintain a regular schedule and supplement your online lessons by watching free Hindi films (most of which fall into the Bollywood film category), with subtitles if you prefer, at sites such as Bharat Movies (see Resources).
You can also listen to Hindi songs to improve your listening skills at the Hindi page of the Shoutcast website (see Resources).
If you prefer to do a language exchange, you can post an ad on Craigslist to meet with a local native Hindi speaker. Or you can try a language exchange via texting, online chat, e-mail or even snail mail. Try the My Language Exchange website for details (see References).
In Feburary 2016 21,
How to Download Free Business Templates and DocumentsIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Open the Microsoft Office Word or Excel 2007 program on your computer. Look for a question mark in a blue circle in the top right corner of the window. Click on this button to open the Microsoft Office Help utility window.
Use the scroll bar on the side of the window to scroll to the bottom of the page. Click on the 'Templates' link under 'More on Office Online' at the bottom of the window. The link opens a new page on the Microsoft Office website. The content to download free business templates and documents is in the center of the page under the 'Microsoft Office - Templates' tab.
Scroll to the center of the page where the templates and documents are grouped in categories.
Click on the category of the document or template that you want to use. For example, if you're looking for a 'Travel Expense Report,' click on the 'Expense Report' link. This will open a new window. Scroll down the window and select a 'Travel Expense Report' that you want to download. Then click on the blue title link of the expense report. That will open a new window with a download button for the report.
Click the download button to go to the license agreement screen. Click the 'I agree' button after reading the agreement. This should start the download to the appropriate program on your computer. At some point you will need to rename and save the document to your computer to keep these free business templates and documents.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Open the Microsoft Office Word or Excel 2007 program on your computer. Look for a question mark in a blue circle in the top right corner of the window. Click on this button to open the Microsoft Office Help utility window.
Use the scroll bar on the side of the window to scroll to the bottom of the page. Click on the 'Templates' link under 'More on Office Online' at the bottom of the window. The link opens a new page on the Microsoft Office website. The content to download free business templates and documents is in the center of the page under the 'Microsoft Office - Templates' tab.
Scroll to the center of the page where the templates and documents are grouped in categories.
Click on the category of the document or template that you want to use. For example, if you're looking for a 'Travel Expense Report,' click on the 'Expense Report' link. This will open a new window. Scroll down the window and select a 'Travel Expense Report' that you want to download. Then click on the blue title link of the expense report. That will open a new window with a download button for the report.
Click the download button to go to the license agreement screen. Click the 'I agree' button after reading the agreement. This should start the download to the appropriate program on your computer. At some point you will need to rename and save the document to your computer to keep these free business templates and documents.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Freitag, 19. Februar 2016
How to Use FTP With WordPressIn Feburary 2016 19,
In Feburary 2016 19,
Open any FTP client. There are hundreds to choose from and you may already have one installed. Download a free client from FileZilla, WinSCP, gFTP or Cyberduck, among others.
Start a new connection if you've never connected to your web host through FTP. Each client is different, but the general process is the same. When you launch the FTP client a connection window will appear. If it doesn't, open the 'File' menu and look for 'New Connection...' or click the connect icon in the toolbar, if applicable.
Enter your host name and your web host username and password. The host name is usually your domain name, but check with your hosting provider if you're not sure. The connection type should say 'FTP' and you can check a box to save the information. Click 'Connect' or 'OK.'
Wait until the connection is established, then you'll see your WordPress files listed in the window. From here you can add or delete files as you need to. Use the toolbar icons to add or remove files or drag and drop them to and from your computer if your client software supports that.
Log out of your hosting account when you're done. There will either be a disconnect icon to click or just close the program.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Open any FTP client. There are hundreds to choose from and you may already have one installed. Download a free client from FileZilla, WinSCP, gFTP or Cyberduck, among others.
Start a new connection if you've never connected to your web host through FTP. Each client is different, but the general process is the same. When you launch the FTP client a connection window will appear. If it doesn't, open the 'File' menu and look for 'New Connection...' or click the connect icon in the toolbar, if applicable.
Enter your host name and your web host username and password. The host name is usually your domain name, but check with your hosting provider if you're not sure. The connection type should say 'FTP' and you can check a box to save the information. Click 'Connect' or 'OK.'
Wait until the connection is established, then you'll see your WordPress files listed in the window. From here you can add or delete files as you need to. Use the toolbar icons to add or remove files or drag and drop them to and from your computer if your client software supports that.
Log out of your hosting account when you're done. There will either be a disconnect icon to click or just close the program.
In Feburary 2016 19,
How to Install Free AvastIn Feburary 2016 19,
In Feburary 2016 19,
Open your computer's Internet browser and type “www.avast.com” into the address bar. Press “Enter” to navigate to the Avast Antivirus website.
Click “Products” to open the Avast product page. Click the “Download” link for the Avast Free Antivirus.
Select your download language from the drop-down menu and click “Download Now” to be directed to the download location. Click “Download Now” on the new page to begin the free Avast download. Click “Save” and choose a location to download the installation package.
Open the downloaded installation package on your computer. Click “Run” to start the installation process.
Choose your installation language from the drop-down menu of the installation screen. Click “Next.” Select whether or not you want to participate in the Avast user community and click “Next” again. Allow the installation to automatically run and complete its setup.
Click “Finish” once the installation is complete. The free version of Avast antivirus is installed and automatically runs on your computer.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Open your computer's Internet browser and type “www.avast.com” into the address bar. Press “Enter” to navigate to the Avast Antivirus website.
Click “Products” to open the Avast product page. Click the “Download” link for the Avast Free Antivirus.
Select your download language from the drop-down menu and click “Download Now” to be directed to the download location. Click “Download Now” on the new page to begin the free Avast download. Click “Save” and choose a location to download the installation package.
Open the downloaded installation package on your computer. Click “Run” to start the installation process.
Choose your installation language from the drop-down menu of the installation screen. Click “Next.” Select whether or not you want to participate in the Avast user community and click “Next” again. Allow the installation to automatically run and complete its setup.
Click “Finish” once the installation is complete. The free version of Avast antivirus is installed and automatically runs on your computer.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Dienstag, 16. Februar 2016
How to Update a TomTom for FreeIn Feburary 2016 16,
In Feburary 2016 16,
Launch the TomTom HOME software, found in your Mac's 'Applications' folder or in your Windows 'Start' menu. If you don't have TomTom HOME installed, download and install it for free from TomTom's official Web page.
Connect your TomTom device to your computer. Connection methods vary by device. Typically, use your device's included syncing cable attached to an open USB port on your computer. If you are unsure, consult your device's user manual.
Press the gray 'Update my device' icon at the top of the TomTom HOME software screen. The software will connect with TomTom's online server to see if your device's software and maps need an update. A list of any applicable updates will be displayed.
Click 'Update and Install.' The software will automatically download and install the updates to your TomTom device. Wait for the TomTom HOME software to complete the installation process before proceeding.
Disconnect your device. Click 'Devices' in the top of the TomTom HOME screen and select 'Disconnect Device' from the drop-down menu. Unplug the device from its syncing cable and resume use.
In Feburary 2016 16,
Launch the TomTom HOME software, found in your Mac's 'Applications' folder or in your Windows 'Start' menu. If you don't have TomTom HOME installed, download and install it for free from TomTom's official Web page.
Connect your TomTom device to your computer. Connection methods vary by device. Typically, use your device's included syncing cable attached to an open USB port on your computer. If you are unsure, consult your device's user manual.
Press the gray 'Update my device' icon at the top of the TomTom HOME software screen. The software will connect with TomTom's online server to see if your device's software and maps need an update. A list of any applicable updates will be displayed.
Click 'Update and Install.' The software will automatically download and install the updates to your TomTom device. Wait for the TomTom HOME software to complete the installation process before proceeding.
Disconnect your device. Click 'Devices' in the top of the TomTom HOME screen and select 'Disconnect Device' from the drop-down menu. Unplug the device from its syncing cable and resume use.
In Feburary 2016 16,
How to Get IP SMTP From a CPanelIn Feburary 2016 16,
In Feburary 2016 16,
Go to the cPanel login webpage for your web hosting provider, then enter your username and password to log into your cPanel account. Click the 'Login' button to open the main cPanel window.
Click the 'Email Delivery Route' icon under the 'Mail' section on the main cPanel page.
Enter the email address that you want to find the IP SMTP address for, then click the 'Show Route' button. The resulting page will show all of the routing information about that email address, including the IP SMTP information.
In Feburary 2016 16,
Go to the cPanel login webpage for your web hosting provider, then enter your username and password to log into your cPanel account. Click the 'Login' button to open the main cPanel window.
Click the 'Email Delivery Route' icon under the 'Mail' section on the main cPanel page.
Enter the email address that you want to find the IP SMTP address for, then click the 'Show Route' button. The resulting page will show all of the routing information about that email address, including the IP SMTP information.
In Feburary 2016 16,
Samstag, 13. Februar 2016
How Does a FrostIn Feburary 2016 13,
In Feburary 2016 13,
Freezers are convenient appliances that help to store large amounts of food in the home. There are basically two types--chest freezers and upright freezers. Chest freezers have the door on the top of the unit, while uprights resemble compact refrigerators. In the past, freezers had to be defrosted manually. This was a time-consuming process. You had to remove all the food, turn off the freezer, open the door and then let all the ice melt. But now many freezers are frost free or self defrosting.
The Parts of a Self-Defrost System
There are three parts to an automatic self-defrosting freezer: the timer, heating coil and temperature sensor or thermostat. The timer has two variations. One works like a clock and runs continuously for 24 hours a day. The other runs at set intervals such as every 6 to 8 hours. The heating coil is intertwined with the freezing coil in some models. In other models, there is a defrost heater that lies directly below the freezing coils. Both the heating coil and defrost heater serve the same purpose--to melt the ice. Both heating elements are very similar to the burners found on electric ranges. The thermostat senses the temperature inside the freezer and determines when it is time to turn off the heating element and end the defrosting process.
How Self-Frosting Works
There is always moisture or water vapor in the freezer. This usually happens when you open the freezer door. As the cold air blows, this moisture turns to ice and frost which build up. Self-defrosting freezers are one way to get rid of the ice. The defrosting process starts when the timer turns off the cooling system and turns on the defrost heater. This occurs every 6 or 8 hours. When the heating coil is on, it warms up and starts to melt all the ice in the freezer. Because the heating coil or heater is so close to the cooling coil, it take only about 20 to 30 minutes to completely melt all the ice build-up. As the ice melts the temperature in the freezer rises. The thermostat senses that the air in the freezer is now above the 32 degrees Fahrenheit freezing mark. The thermostat then turns off the heating coil and the cooling system turns on again. In other models, it is the timer that determines when the heating element is turned off and not the thermostat. All the melted water drips into a trough that is attached to a tube that drains out all the water to a pan at the bottom of the freezer where it evaporates. Once the cooling system is back on, it freezes the moisture and creates ice. In 6 to 8 hours, the defrosting cycle starts again.
In Feburary 2016 13,
Freezers are convenient appliances that help to store large amounts of food in the home. There are basically two types--chest freezers and upright freezers. Chest freezers have the door on the top of the unit, while uprights resemble compact refrigerators. In the past, freezers had to be defrosted manually. This was a time-consuming process. You had to remove all the food, turn off the freezer, open the door and then let all the ice melt. But now many freezers are frost free or self defrosting.
The Parts of a Self-Defrost System
There are three parts to an automatic self-defrosting freezer: the timer, heating coil and temperature sensor or thermostat. The timer has two variations. One works like a clock and runs continuously for 24 hours a day. The other runs at set intervals such as every 6 to 8 hours. The heating coil is intertwined with the freezing coil in some models. In other models, there is a defrost heater that lies directly below the freezing coils. Both the heating coil and defrost heater serve the same purpose--to melt the ice. Both heating elements are very similar to the burners found on electric ranges. The thermostat senses the temperature inside the freezer and determines when it is time to turn off the heating element and end the defrosting process.
How Self-Frosting Works
There is always moisture or water vapor in the freezer. This usually happens when you open the freezer door. As the cold air blows, this moisture turns to ice and frost which build up. Self-defrosting freezers are one way to get rid of the ice. The defrosting process starts when the timer turns off the cooling system and turns on the defrost heater. This occurs every 6 or 8 hours. When the heating coil is on, it warms up and starts to melt all the ice in the freezer. Because the heating coil or heater is so close to the cooling coil, it take only about 20 to 30 minutes to completely melt all the ice build-up. As the ice melts the temperature in the freezer rises. The thermostat senses that the air in the freezer is now above the 32 degrees Fahrenheit freezing mark. The thermostat then turns off the heating coil and the cooling system turns on again. In other models, it is the timer that determines when the heating element is turned off and not the thermostat. All the melted water drips into a trough that is attached to a tube that drains out all the water to a pan at the bottom of the freezer where it evaporates. Once the cooling system is back on, it freezes the moisture and creates ice. In 6 to 8 hours, the defrosting cycle starts again.
In Feburary 2016 13,
How to Plan a Red Carpet EventIn Feburary 2016 13,
In Feburary 2016 13,
Decide on the purpose and theme of your event. Are you planning a party to provide entertainment, a charity or fund-raising event to raise money for a cause or are you celebrating a major milestone or accomplishment?
Develop a budget for your red carpet event. This will keep you on track as you come up with your guest list and select a venue, a caterer and décor.
Make a guest list. This will give you an idea of how many people will attend the event, which you will need to know when you make decisions about your party location and menu.
Visit 5 to 7 locations to find the perfect venue to host your red carpet event. Compare the capacities, the cost and the convenience or uniqueness of the locations, and consider the season for outdoor venues.
Search for vendors. You'll want to get price estimates and menu ideas from at least two different caterers. A red carpet event could include a buffet-style or a sit-down dinner. Decide whether you want to do an open bar or cash bar. Be sure to price appetizers, entrees, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages and desserts. Find a local photographer to take pictures during your event. Contact a florist and select decorative flowers that complement your party theme.
Create your invitations. You can make your invites at home using a word processing program like Microsoft Word or a design program like Adobe Illustrator or Microsoft Publisher. If you'd rather buy your invitations, visit your local stationery stores and office supply stores to review your options. Be sure to inform guests of directions, date and time of the event, proper attire and instructions on how to RSVP. Send invitations to everyone on your guest list 6 to 8 weeks before the scheduled event.
Visit your local party supply store or superstore to pick up elegant items to decorate your venue. Candles and balloons are popular, but you may find more unusual decorations. Use your imagination.
Don't forget to rent or purchase a red carpet! Check your local party suppliers or do an online search to find sources. To give your event real Hollywood appeal, you may even consider purchasing a step and repeat wall, the large-scale banner printed with media logos that is hung along the red carpet at the venue entrance. You can have banners custom-made with your own party-themed logos.
When you have received all your RSVPs, follow up with your vendors and give them your final count of attendees.
Create an agenda for your event to keep you organized on the big day. Include a schedule of tasks that need to be done before the event, the start time, any special activities during the event, the end time and tasks for the clean-up period, if necessary.
In Feburary 2016 13,
Decide on the purpose and theme of your event. Are you planning a party to provide entertainment, a charity or fund-raising event to raise money for a cause or are you celebrating a major milestone or accomplishment?
Develop a budget for your red carpet event. This will keep you on track as you come up with your guest list and select a venue, a caterer and décor.
Make a guest list. This will give you an idea of how many people will attend the event, which you will need to know when you make decisions about your party location and menu.
Visit 5 to 7 locations to find the perfect venue to host your red carpet event. Compare the capacities, the cost and the convenience or uniqueness of the locations, and consider the season for outdoor venues.
Search for vendors. You'll want to get price estimates and menu ideas from at least two different caterers. A red carpet event could include a buffet-style or a sit-down dinner. Decide whether you want to do an open bar or cash bar. Be sure to price appetizers, entrees, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages and desserts. Find a local photographer to take pictures during your event. Contact a florist and select decorative flowers that complement your party theme.
Create your invitations. You can make your invites at home using a word processing program like Microsoft Word or a design program like Adobe Illustrator or Microsoft Publisher. If you'd rather buy your invitations, visit your local stationery stores and office supply stores to review your options. Be sure to inform guests of directions, date and time of the event, proper attire and instructions on how to RSVP. Send invitations to everyone on your guest list 6 to 8 weeks before the scheduled event.
Visit your local party supply store or superstore to pick up elegant items to decorate your venue. Candles and balloons are popular, but you may find more unusual decorations. Use your imagination.
Don't forget to rent or purchase a red carpet! Check your local party suppliers or do an online search to find sources. To give your event real Hollywood appeal, you may even consider purchasing a step and repeat wall, the large-scale banner printed with media logos that is hung along the red carpet at the venue entrance. You can have banners custom-made with your own party-themed logos.
When you have received all your RSVPs, follow up with your vendors and give them your final count of attendees.
Create an agenda for your event to keep you organized on the big day. Include a schedule of tasks that need to be done before the event, the start time, any special activities during the event, the end time and tasks for the clean-up period, if necessary.
In Feburary 2016 13,
Freitag, 12. Februar 2016
How to Organize a Seasonal Consignment SaleIn Feburary 2016 12,
In Feburary 2016 12,
Determine the sales categories. While you can host a general sale, focusing your event around items for children, furniture, women's clothing or toys provides a marketing edge to your sale. Selecting specific categories also helps with on-location organization.
Establish a date and location for your event. Scout out facilities that feature sufficient parking, an enclosed or covered location and large open spaces to house the consignment goods. You can select a weekend sale, a sale that runs for a week, or multiple dates during a season.
Rent or purchase display racks and tables. Ensure the types of items you plan to feature at your sale will be displayed for easy viewing by customers.
Set the rules for your consignment sale. Determine the percentage return the consignee can receive for their goods, who prices items and how to handle items that are not purchased. Create specific times and requirements for the delivery of consignment goods to prevent confusion and streamline the pricing and organization of goods.
Create an organizational system for tracking goods and sales. You can opt to purchase software specifically designed for seasonal consignment sales, use standard productivity software or use a manual system. The system must have a coding system for tracking goods, physical tags and an easy way to calculate the amount of money owed to each consignee.
Market your event. Use a variety of marketing channels to reach potential consignees and customers. Options include a website, print media, social media marketing, online consignment sale listings and physical flyers. If you plan to have recurring seasonal sales, offer an e-mail sign up list to attendees to make marketing easier for your next event.
Set up employee schedules. You will need individuals to help price goods, organize the facility, assist customers the day of the sale and clean up after the event.
In Feburary 2016 12,
Determine the sales categories. While you can host a general sale, focusing your event around items for children, furniture, women's clothing or toys provides a marketing edge to your sale. Selecting specific categories also helps with on-location organization.
Establish a date and location for your event. Scout out facilities that feature sufficient parking, an enclosed or covered location and large open spaces to house the consignment goods. You can select a weekend sale, a sale that runs for a week, or multiple dates during a season.
Rent or purchase display racks and tables. Ensure the types of items you plan to feature at your sale will be displayed for easy viewing by customers.
Set the rules for your consignment sale. Determine the percentage return the consignee can receive for their goods, who prices items and how to handle items that are not purchased. Create specific times and requirements for the delivery of consignment goods to prevent confusion and streamline the pricing and organization of goods.
Create an organizational system for tracking goods and sales. You can opt to purchase software specifically designed for seasonal consignment sales, use standard productivity software or use a manual system. The system must have a coding system for tracking goods, physical tags and an easy way to calculate the amount of money owed to each consignee.
Market your event. Use a variety of marketing channels to reach potential consignees and customers. Options include a website, print media, social media marketing, online consignment sale listings and physical flyers. If you plan to have recurring seasonal sales, offer an e-mail sign up list to attendees to make marketing easier for your next event.
Set up employee schedules. You will need individuals to help price goods, organize the facility, assist customers the day of the sale and clean up after the event.
In Feburary 2016 12,
Montag, 8. Februar 2016
How to Get Free Streaming TV on Cell PhoneIn Feburary 2016 08,
In Feburary 2016 08,
Connect your cell phone to the Internet.
Download a free application for mobile phone that allows you get streaming TV. You can consider using EarthMediaCenter TV and SkyFire. (See Resources.)
Install the download on your cell phone.
Open the application. The free streaming application is usually located under the cell phone's 'Applications.'
Browse the different free channels. You will see the local channels available in your area. Free international channels like CNN, the CW and Sports TV, among others, will be displayed as well.
Select the channel that you want to watch and enjoy the show.
Using a Direct Internet Connection
Open your phone's browser and connect to the Internet.
Go to a website that streams television. A few that you can use are CBS, Hulu and sidereel. Shows are displayed by name or genre.
Click the show you want to watch.
In Feburary 2016 08,
Connect your cell phone to the Internet.
Download a free application for mobile phone that allows you get streaming TV. You can consider using EarthMediaCenter TV and SkyFire. (See Resources.)
Install the download on your cell phone.
Open the application. The free streaming application is usually located under the cell phone's 'Applications.'
Browse the different free channels. You will see the local channels available in your area. Free international channels like CNN, the CW and Sports TV, among others, will be displayed as well.
Select the channel that you want to watch and enjoy the show.
Using a Direct Internet Connection
Open your phone's browser and connect to the Internet.
Go to a website that streams television. A few that you can use are CBS, Hulu and sidereel. Shows are displayed by name or genre.
Click the show you want to watch.
In Feburary 2016 08,
Samstag, 6. Februar 2016
How to Enable IMAP in PHP.INI on Go DaddyIn Feburary 2016 06,
In Feburary 2016 06,
Log in to your Go Daddy virtual server with an administrator username and password. Click the Windows 'Start' button on the host and type 'php.ini' in the search text box. Press 'Enter' to open a window with the PHP.INI file's folder location.
Right-click the file and select 'Open With.' Choose 'Notepad' to open the current PHP.INI data in the editor.
Press the 'Ctrl' and 'F' keys to open the 'Find' dialog box. Type 'php-imap.dll' and press 'Enter' to scroll directly to the PHP.INI IMAP line item.
Remove the semicolon at the beginning of the IMAP entry. Click 'Save' to save the changes to the file. Removing the semicolon removes the comment statement, so the IMAP service becomes active.
In Feburary 2016 06,
Log in to your Go Daddy virtual server with an administrator username and password. Click the Windows 'Start' button on the host and type 'php.ini' in the search text box. Press 'Enter' to open a window with the PHP.INI file's folder location.
Right-click the file and select 'Open With.' Choose 'Notepad' to open the current PHP.INI data in the editor.
Press the 'Ctrl' and 'F' keys to open the 'Find' dialog box. Type 'php-imap.dll' and press 'Enter' to scroll directly to the PHP.INI IMAP line item.
Remove the semicolon at the beginning of the IMAP entry. Click 'Save' to save the changes to the file. Removing the semicolon removes the comment statement, so the IMAP service becomes active.
In Feburary 2016 06,
Mittwoch, 3. Februar 2016
How to Upload a Video to GoDaddyIn Feburary 2016 03,
In Feburary 2016 03,
Go to GoDaddy's home page.
Log in by entering your account username and password into the corresponding fields. Your account name and password is in the email you received from GoDaddy when you first set up your account or purchased a product from them.
Hover over the 'Hosting' tab with your mouse. The Hosting menu will open, and click on 'Web Hosting.'
Click 'Launch' next to the hosting account you want to upload the video to. If you have several domains, you may have a hosting account associated with each one.
Launch the Hosting Control Center associated with the domain you want the video to be available on.
Click 'File Manager' or 'Files' in the Hosting Control Center or Hosting Dashboard.
Select a folder where you want the video to be stored in (e.g., 'videos').
Click the 'Upload' folder.
Select the 'Browse' button.
Find and select the video stored on your computer or connected storage device, and click 'Open.'
Click 'Upload' again. The GoDaddy File Manager will transfer the video from the computer to your hosting account and store it in the selected folder.
In Feburary 2016 03,
Go to GoDaddy's home page.
Log in by entering your account username and password into the corresponding fields. Your account name and password is in the email you received from GoDaddy when you first set up your account or purchased a product from them.
Hover over the 'Hosting' tab with your mouse. The Hosting menu will open, and click on 'Web Hosting.'
Click 'Launch' next to the hosting account you want to upload the video to. If you have several domains, you may have a hosting account associated with each one.
Launch the Hosting Control Center associated with the domain you want the video to be available on.
Click 'File Manager' or 'Files' in the Hosting Control Center or Hosting Dashboard.
Select a folder where you want the video to be stored in (e.g., 'videos').
Click the 'Upload' folder.
Select the 'Browse' button.
Find and select the video stored on your computer or connected storage device, and click 'Open.'
Click 'Upload' again. The GoDaddy File Manager will transfer the video from the computer to your hosting account and store it in the selected folder.
In Feburary 2016 03,
Montag, 1. Februar 2016
How to Play Free Solitaire GamesIn Feburary 2016 01,
In Feburary 2016 01,
Play solitaire for free on Windows. All Windows programs, since the early 1990s, have included a free version of solitaire in their 'games' folder. Go to the Start button in the lower left-hand corner of your screen, click and go to 'all programs.' Move the mouse up to 'Games,' and slick on 'Solitaire.' The game will open up immediately.
Play solitaire for free on your iPod. On the main screen of your iPod (4th gen, 5th gen and iPod Classic versions) click on 'extras.' Scroll down and click on 'games.' Scroll down and click on 'solitaire.' The game will open. In new new iPhone and iTouch you can download solitaire apps, some free, some not.
Find free solitaire games online. Go to Google and simply type in 'free solitaire game.' The choices range in the hundreds from games you can play online by yourself, online competitions and even free solitaire software you can download. Many of these can be downloaded to Palm or other PDAs.
Play it old school... with cards! Dig around and find that old deck of cards you have lying around at the bottom of your closet and deal up a round of solitaire for yourself. Be sure to count through the deck and make sure all the cards are there. Nothing's more infuriating than not playing with a full deck!
In Feburary 2016 01,
Play solitaire for free on Windows. All Windows programs, since the early 1990s, have included a free version of solitaire in their 'games' folder. Go to the Start button in the lower left-hand corner of your screen, click and go to 'all programs.' Move the mouse up to 'Games,' and slick on 'Solitaire.' The game will open up immediately.
Play solitaire for free on your iPod. On the main screen of your iPod (4th gen, 5th gen and iPod Classic versions) click on 'extras.' Scroll down and click on 'games.' Scroll down and click on 'solitaire.' The game will open. In new new iPhone and iTouch you can download solitaire apps, some free, some not.
Find free solitaire games online. Go to Google and simply type in 'free solitaire game.' The choices range in the hundreds from games you can play online by yourself, online competitions and even free solitaire software you can download. Many of these can be downloaded to Palm or other PDAs.
Play it old school... with cards! Dig around and find that old deck of cards you have lying around at the bottom of your closet and deal up a round of solitaire for yourself. Be sure to count through the deck and make sure all the cards are there. Nothing's more infuriating than not playing with a full deck!
In Feburary 2016 01,
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