containing sunscreen before applying any makeup. This will protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays as well as lock in moisture for your face. Squeeze out a nickel-sized amount of moisturizer and spread it evenly over your skin. Pick out a moisturizer from your local drugstore or big box store. using concealer. If your skin is breaking out or you just want to cover up certain spots, pick out a concealer that matches your skin tone. Apply a minimum amount in a light layer and rub it in gently to spread it onto the areas evenly.  Some concealers come with a tool for you to use to spread it over your face, or you can use your finger or a makeup brush to blend it in evenly. Look for sample concealers at your local big box or beauty store that you can test out on your skin before purchasing to make sure the color matches. to your eyelashes to draw attention to your eyes. Brush the mascara onto your lashes gently, making sure you get as close to your eyelid as possible for the best effect. Use the mascara on your upper lashes to make your eyes look bigger and more defined.  Pick out a mascara in a brown color if you have lighter hair, or choose a dark brown or black color if you have brown or darker hair. Apply the mascara carefully to avoid getting it in your eyes. to add some shine to your lips. Neutral shades of pink always look great when you’re at school, or you can choose a darker tone like a red for a bolder look. Apply the lip gloss to your lips evenly using the wand that comes with it.  Choose from a wide variety of lip gloss shades at your local big box store or beauty store. If you don’t want to use a lip gloss, apply a lip balm or chapstick to your lips to give them some needed moisture. for school by applying minimal makeup. Since you’re going to school, it’s best to keep your look as casual and minimal as possible. Concealer, mascara, and a simple lip gloss are likely the only things you might need, though eye shadow and other forms of makeup can be used too. Check your school’s guidelines to...

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Воспользуйтесь солнцезащитным увлажняющим кремом, перед тем как нанести макияж. С помощью консилера можно замаскировать неровности и несовершенства. Нанесите тушь Выберите оттенок блеска для губ Отправляясь в школу, постарайтесь сделать свой образ как можно более натуральным и естественным.


daily for clear skin. Start getting rid of milia by getting into a good skincare routine. Make sure to wash your face with warm water twice a day. You should use a light, gentle cleanser. Try choosing one that specifies “gentle” or “sensitive skin.”  Gently rub the cleanser into your skin for 20-30 seconds. Rinse thoroughly, and pat dry with a clean, dry towel. Teens and adults should treat milia with an exfoliating treatment. You could either go for an exfoliating moisturizer or a targeted exfoliating product.  An exfoliating moisturizer is a good idea if your milia are widespread and accompanied by dry skin. The moisturizer will reduce the build-up of dead skin cells below your skin and the exfoliating aspect will allow your skin to release the dead cells that have already accumulated. Look for a moisturizer that contains vitamin A. It should also be free of any heavy oils.  A targeted exfoliating treatment is best if you have a few milia that you want to get rid of, but otherwise have no skin problems. Choose a targeted treatment containing salicylic acid. The treatment should be applied directly to the milia once daily until they disappear. Check the label to follow specific instructions for that product. Retinol is commonly used to fight acne and signs of aging. It has exfoliating properties that keep your skin soft and clear. For best results, use a targeted Retinol lotion and apply it directly to the area of your skin affected by the milia.  Wait roughly 30 minutes after you wash your face before using the Retinol. Apply a pea-sized drop of retinol to the milia-covered area of your face every other night. Do not apply Retinol to the upper eyelid since it can cause irritation and damage if it gets into your eyes. Peels are one of the most effective ways to get rid of milia because they are basically a deep chemical exfoliant for your skin. If you can’t afford to see a dermatologist, don’t worry. There are lots of at-home chemical peels that work great and are easy to use.  Look for ingredients such as...

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Ежедневно умывайтесь, чтобы ваша кожа оставалась чистой. Очищайте кожу скрабом. Используйте при уходе за кожей средства с ретинолом. Попробуйте сделать химический пилинг в домашних условиях. Раскройте поры с помощью пара. Накладывайте яичную маску три раза в неделю.


daily. When you are neglecting your emotional well-being, hurtful remarks are more likely to sting. Counteract any negative comments or behaviors from others by treating yourself with loving kindness. This can translate to many different things. Make a list of the positive activities you enjoy the most. Then, make a commitment to do a few of them daily. For example, you might like to cook healthy meals for yourself, walk your dog near the lake, or meditate before bed. There is always something to be learned from a conflict or painful experience. Once you’ve had some time to move away from the initial hurt, take time to reflect on what happened. Some things to think about include:   What might have been going on in the other person’s life, or in your relationship with them, to trigger the unkind words? Was there any truth in the words that you might be able to benefit from, even if they were phrased harshly or in an unhelpful way? If someone speaks to you this way again, how can you deal with it better in the future? Positive people bring positive vibes and negative people bring negative vibes. Make the choice to reduce the time you spend with negative or toxic people who criticize or devalue you. Choose to spend your time with supportive people who value what you bring to the table. A great way to heal from hurtful words is to engage in pleasurable activities. Pick up a hobby, join a new club or organization, or start back doing something you gave up a long time ago. Make more time in your daily and weekly schedule for things that make you smile. This could be pursuing a passion for learning, teaching others a skill that you are really good at, or simply improving your own knowledge of an activity like sewing or gardening. Stimulate your own emotional healing by doing more good for others. Commit to having more positive interactions with the people in your life and in your community.   Interact with your loved ones in a positive way by expressing your appreciation for them and letting them know the good that...

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Ежедневно практикуйтесь в любви к себе. Учитесь на своем опыте. Окружите себя позитивными людьми. Занимайтесь тем, что приносит вам удовольствие. Трудитесь на благо окружающих. Ведите дневник, чтобы лучше понять свои чувства.


dbPowerAmp is a popular, ad-free program for both Windows and Mac OS used for CD ripping and audio conversion. If you do not have it, you can purchase and download it from https://www.dbpoweramp.com/. There is also a 21-day free trial period if you want to try it out first. dbPowerAmp Music Converter will immediately open to a browsing window to locate the file you wish to convert. Once a file is selected, a menu with various encoding options will appear. You can select multiple files by holding Ctrl (Windows) or ⌘ Cmd (Mac) while selecting files. This is located in the upper left corner of the window. LAME is the name of the encoder being used. Move the slider to the right to increase quality, and to the left to decrease. Lower quality files will sound worse but encode more quickly and take up less space. You can also choose between bitrate settings like VBR (variable bitrate) and CBR (constant bitrate). Variable bitrates are more efficient and take up less space, while Constant bitrates maintain a higher quality throughout the track. Click the folder icon and select a location on your computer you would like the converted file to be saved to. This will create a copy of your podcast with the new format in the location you choose. The source file will remain in its original location on the computer. A progress bar(s) will appear showing the conversion process. Once the bars are all filled a “Done” button will appear to close the window.

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Запустите Аудио конвертер dBpoweramp. Выберите файл подкаста. Выберите «mp3 (Lame)» в раскрывающемся меню Encoding/Кодирование. Выберите качество кодирования. Выберите место сохранения. Нажмите Convert/Конвертировать.


do you really want or need to spy? By listening through a wall, you are about to spy on another person and violate private conversations. This raises big legal and ethical problems. Before acting, seriously ask yourself if you want to do it. Is it worth the risk?  The situation is important. In England, for instance, a man rescued his elderly neighbor from a robbery by listening through the wall with a glass. In his situation, spying was definitely justified. Things are rarely so clear cut, however. You should probably not act if you have any doubts about the situation. If you decide to go ahead, make sure that you know the possible consequences of your actions. Eavesdropping means to overhear, record, magnify, or transmit any part of a private conversation without the consent of at least one person involved. Be aware that states have laws against eavesdropping. By spying you may well be breaking the law; you might even be violating the law by possessing a device for spying.  Your state may have a “one party consent” or “two party consent” law. One party consent means that it is illegal to eavesdrop unless you have the consent of at least one of the people engaged in a private conversation. In two party consent you must have permission from both parties to listen, record, or amplify their communication.  Take the state of Michigan. Michigan has a two party consent law – you must have permission from all parties in order to “overhear, record, amplify, or transmit any part of a private discourse.” This applies even in your own home. Eavesdropping there is also a felony. What happens if you eavesdrop and someone finds out? What could happen to you? This is a good question and you should consider all of the possible outcomes, which in many cases are severe.  In Michigan, the penalties for illegal eavesdropping are up to 2 years in prison, up to $2,000 in fines, or both. In California, eavesdropping is either a misdemeanor or felony. As a misdemeanor you face up to 364 days in jail and a $2,500 fine; as a felony,...

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Спросите себя, действительно ли вы хотите шпионить? Изучите законы, касающиеся подслушивания. Учитывайте негативные последствия.


e often. If you're not the tidy one in the relationship, an easy way to impress your girlfriend is to be better about cleaning up around the house. Start by just cleaning up after yourself: clean up your dishes immediately after meals, get that laundry off the floor, and so on. Then, move on to general jobs such as cleaning the bathroom every week or vacuuming. Any decent guy will do this already.  Cleaning up after her is a given, of course. Saving her the time will only impress your girlfriend if you are usually a lazy slob. By cleaning like this, you will surprise your girlfriend by showing her your responsible side. Hopefully she already knows you have one. This applies even if you don't live together. You still spend time in each other's houses and taking responsibility - especially in a house that isn't yours - will really impress her. Take her somewhere that is beyond the standard dinner and movie. This will show her that you're creative and serious about her. Try to go somewhere you've never been or eat food you've never tried. Remember that expensive doesn't always mean good. A midnight picnic with hot home made soup and warm rolls and a beautiful starry night is inexpensive and romantic.  You can try going on a geocaching date for something adventurous.  See if there's an Ethiopian restaurant in your area. Ethiopian food is very different from Western food but still has some Western aspects; a great opportunity to try something new without dooming yourself to a miserable meal. Do things together; it does not have to be expensive. Even an evening walk together, or a bike ride, or a car ride to get ice cream can be showing you care for her and want to spend time together. When you take a real interest in the things that she cares about, you'll see just how happy she is. Educate yourself on her favorite hobbies, movies, music, or charitable cause. Read up using the internet as a resource and then follow it up with some real life experience. Ask if you can join her in one of these interests and make it...

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Чаще убирайте. Позовите ее куда-то на незабываемое свидание. Узнайте больше о ее интересах. Продемонстрируйте свою амбициозность. Усовершенствуйте свои умения в постели.


eBay Pulse is a free tool offered by eBay that will show you the top ten searches on eBay within a particular product category. If, for example, you want to sell digital cameras on eBay then use eBay Pulse to see which cameras people are searching for. There is a big difference between a wholesaler and middleman. With a true wholesaler, you get the best deals and prices. Having a re-seller's certificate is the most important thing to buy a lot of wholesale products at very low affordable prices. True wholesalers like to deal with other legitimate businesses. This is very important because sometimes you sell on eBay a product and when you come back to pack it and ship it, you find it damaged if it was not well stored. This will be very disappointing to you as well as to your buyer. This will help you to give accurate description to your listing. accurate descriptions and pictures builds confidence with buyers and make them repeat customers. Ensure that you have them readily and available. If you do decide to purchase them from eBay itself, they are may be cheaper and of good quality and you will get a feedback from the seller which will also help building your reputation. It is not necessary to keep, however, in such cases where the buyer requests it or if something goes astray during the shipping, you will need it.

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Узнайте, какие товарные позиции пользуются спросом. Ищите реальных оптовых продавцов. Найдите подходящее, безопасное и защищенное место для хранения продукции. Вам необходимо подходящее место с достаточным освещением, чтобы сфотографировать ваши товары. Заготовьте упаковочные коробки и сопутствующие принадлежности (упаковочная лента, пузырчатая пленка и другие необходимые материалы). Регистрируйте упаковочные трек-номера для отслеживания посылки.


eBay originally functioned as an auction site only, but now you have other options when it comes to putting your items up for sale.  Consider how quickly you want to sell your item, whether or not you'd be willing to let it go at lower price than you'd hoped for and how much effort you want to put into the whole selling process.   Traditional auction.  If you list your item auction-style, you establish an opening bid and then allow a set number of days for buyers to submit their own bids for your item.  Whatever the highest bid is at the end of the auction period, that is the final selling price of your item.  The hope, of course, is that interest will be high and the price will rise over the auction period so that you come out a winner.  You can set an auction to last 3, 5, 7 or 10 days.  Sellers with a feedback rating of 10, will also be given the option of a 1-day auction.  Many buyers watch items for a while and think about them before placing a bid, so a longer auction could be to your advantage.  This choice may not be a good one if you're faint of heart as you have to contend with the stress of watching and waiting to see if the selling price will go up and if you'll break even or ideally make a profit on your item. While it may bring a bit of unwanted drama to your life, using the traditional auction method could pay off.  eBay says buyers are twice as likely to buy an item when it's listed auction-style.     Reserve. If you want to ensure that an item you list for auction doesn't go for a price you can't live with, you can set a Reserve on the item.  A Reserve is the minimum bid you must receive in order to sell your item.  If you set a Reserve, be aware that interested buyers may be in touch to find out your Reserve amount, so you may be spending some additional time answering questions.  eBay also charges a fee for adding a Reserve.  Buy It Now (BIN).  The BIN feature lets you set the price you want for an item right from the get-go.  Buyers who look at your listing will immediately know the price,...

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Выберите, что вы хотите продавать. Определите цену. Сделайте фотографии. Определитесь со способом доставки. Добавьте описание товара.


eBay sometimes defaults to PayPal as your payment if you've used it before on eBay. It's sometimes easier to simply pay as a guest and then enter your card information. Sometimes, the eBay site will keep redirecting you to the screen where you pay via PayPal even if you request otherwise. If you're having this issue, try clearing your browser history as well as your cookies. This may clear up the issue. If you prefer not to use your PayPal account for eBay, do not link your eBay and PayPal account to begin with. If your PayPal is linked to your eBay account, this can sometimes result in PayPal being your default payment option. If you've already linked your PayPal and eBay account, try creating a different eBay account with a new email.

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Оплатите с гостевого аккаунта, если вы уже использовали PayPal раньше. Попробуйте очистить историю браузера. Не привязывайте PayPal к аккаунту на eBay.


ead everything. The best way to improve your English in all respects is to read aggressively. Read difficult books, read silly books, read long books, read magazines, read cereal boxes, billboards, and programs. Read everything and surround yourself with words. Reading lots of different books will not only improve your vocabulary, but it will help you with spelling. Plus, it's great entertainment and a good alternative to watching TV. Try reading out loud sometimes, especially if you're uncomfortable doing so in class. The more comfortable you get working your way through words, the better your speech will become and the more confidence you'll have about pronunciation and speaking. It can also be fun to hear how really great writing sounds. Read Edgar Allan Poe aloud, or other poetry to get the full effect. . English is full of contradictions and abnormalities, making it difficult to sound out everything and spell it correctly. Why is there a "b" at the end of "comb" when it makes no sound? Why do people pronounce "conch" like "konk" but don't say "church" like "churk"? Who knows. We all have words that give us fits, so it's best to just learn the spelling and memorize those words you have a hard time remembering. Commonly misspelled or challenging words people struggle with include:  definitely beautiful believe library nuclear neighbor ceiling exercise vacuum villain jewelry license People have been misspelling words for as long as people have been spelling words. It's not a new thing. Fortunately, that means lots of little tricks have been passed down over the ages, so you can use some great shortcuts to make life easier on yourself, and on your English grade card. Here are a few of the best ones:  You cut a piece of pie  You hear with your ear   Because Elephants Can Always Understand Small Elephants. Just because. Never believe a lie. An island is land.  Eee! A cemetery! There are loss of digital and analog word games you can play that will help you stay engaged with words on a regular basis, in a fun...

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Читайте всё. Выучите слова, которые вы обычно пишете с ошибками. Используйте мнемонику для запоминания сложных слов. Играйте в слова. Отключите программную проверку правописания.


eams. After you have assembled the pieces for your jacket, you may want to press the seams with an iron to give the jacket a neat finish. Use a low setting and place a t-shirt or towel between your fabric and the iron to protect the fabric from damage. Then, slowly run the iron along each of the seams to flatten them inside of the jacket. Your jacket’s pattern should indicate what type of closure it requires, and each closure will require a different process to install. Some closure options include:  Zipper Buttons Snaps (for heavier materials, such as leather or denim) After you have completed your jacket, give it a second look and make sure there are no loose threads hanging from the seams. If there are, then trim them as close to the seams as possible without cutting into the fabric or threads in the seam. After you trim away any loose threads, your jacket is complete and ready to wear!

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Отгладьте Установите застежки. Обрежьте торчащие нитки.


ent a commercial carpet cleaner. Some stains are too deep to remove with ordinary homemade or store bought cleaner solutions. Using a professional carpet cleaner will remove the toughest of stains. You can simply hire carpet cleaners, or rent the carpet cleaner and clean the stained areas yourself. Carpet cleaners are available at grocery stores or rental centers.  Rentals can be as cheap as $24.99 for 24 hours.  If you do not feel comfortable operating a carpet cleaner, hire professionals. Ask a friend for help, since you will have to move furniture and operate a somewhat heavy carpet cleaning machine. Most manufacturers will recommend a brand of cleaner solution to fill the machine with. Purchase the recommended cleaner when you rent the machine. If you are unsure what to fill the machine with, ask the salesperson you rented it from. Once you take the machine home, clear the area you will be cleaning of any furniture. Remember, you will need to let the carpet dry for around 24 hours, so the furniture will need to remain off the carpet during this entire time. Most home carpet cleaning systems are water extraction units, or steam cleaners. They work by injecting a solution into the carpet, then extracting dirty solution back into the machine. You will need to fill a tank on the machine with solution.  There may even be a second tank that holds clean water. Every carpet cleaner machine will be slightly different, so be sure to read all instructions before operating the cleaning machine. You may need to replace the dirty solution if you are cleaning a large area. On a small, inconspicuous location, test the carpet cleaner by using turning it on and making one small stroke. Now, turn the machine off, and make sure the carpet does not change color. Wait a few minutes; if the carpet does not change color, the cleaner is safe to use. . Plug in the machine in the room you will be cleaning, and turn it on. In a pattern of straight lines, move up and down the room. Move at a pace of about two feet per second....

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Подумайте о том, чтобы взять в прокат профессиональную машину для чистки ковров. Купите рекомендованный для использования с машиной чистящий раствор. Очистите территорию от мешающейся мебели и прочих предметов. Заполните чистящую машину раствором для чистки ковра. Проведите на небольшом участке ковра проверку на стойкость окраски после обработки раствором. С помощью машины для чистки ковра тщательно отмойте пятна на ковре и возможные запахи. По мере необходимости доливайте чистый раствор в машину и сливайте из нее грязный раствор. После завершения чистки опорожните оба бачка машины (и с чистым раствором, и с грязным). Для ускорения процесса сушки ковра откройте окна и двери. Верните машину в пункт проката.


ently. Dirty, greasy hair and stinky, sweaty skin won’t help you look or feel naturally beautiful. Make sure you shower or bathe on a regular basis, such as every day or every other day. Wash your body and face to remove dirt, sweat, oil, and body odor. shampoo and condition your hair as well, using products formulated specifically for your hair type.  You don’t have to wash your hair every single day—you can simply rinse it and skip the shampoo every other time you shower to help preserve your hair’s natural oils. Don’t forget to apply deodorant after showering! A bright, white smile is sure to help you look beautiful! You should brush your teeth at least twice a day, and floss once per day. Doing so will keep your teeth and gums healthy. Aim to brush for 2 minutes each time. You can also use mouthwash to kill germs and freshen your breath. To whiten your teeth, opt for a whitening toothpaste or use whitening strips.

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Принимайте душ Чистите зубы каждый день и пользуйтесь зубной нитью.


ere is no mother cat. Kittens cannot regulate their own temperature well. Usually the mother cat will keep them warm and clean, but if there is no mother, it will be your job to make sure that the kittens are clean, dry, and warm. Make sure that there is no food or feces stuck to the kitten's fur. You can put a heating pad specifically made for pets to provide a warm spot in their nest. Only warm half of the nest, and put the heating pad under the blankets. This will let the kitten go to the cooler corner if they get too warm. Do not use a heating pad made for humans. To do this, after every feeding (nursing, bottle feeding, eating solid food etc.), place the kitten in the litter box. It should then do its business. If a kitten has an accident, quickly pick it up as soon as possible and place the kitten in the litter box. With persistence, the kitten should learn how to use it.  Kittens will usually learn how to use the litter box on their own or from their mother. Just make sure that the litter box is far from their food and kept clean. You can reinforce litter box use by praising the kitten after it uses the box. The litter box will need to be scooped at least three times a day, and the litter changed at least twice a week. Use clay litter instead of other types of litter, as clay litter can't be ingested as easily. Make sure you hold the kittens frequently, petting them and picking them up. Play with the kittens a lot. The more time you spend with them, the better socialized they will be to people throughout their lives.  Spending time with the kittens is the best part of fostering, so enjoy it. Touch their paws a lot, as they will need to be comfortable with it in the future to have their nails clipped. In order to protect the kittens, you, and any other pets you have from disease, you should wash your hands before and after handling the kittens. A kitten's immune system is still developing, so you need to protect it from everything you can. You also want to keep any illnesses that the kittens might have...

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Если у котят нет мамы, согревайте их и мойте. Приучите котят к лотку. Каждый день проводите время с котятами. Всегда мойте руки. Обращайте внимание на признаки болезней у котят. Возите котят к ветеринару. Позволяйте котятам выходить из их комнаты на определенное время. Фотографируйте котят и снимайте их на видео, если у вас есть такая возможность. Верните котят в приют, когда придет время.


erve a bean salad. Any variety of canned bean can add flavor to a salad or be the centerpiece ingredient. . Turn your canned pinto beans or navy beans into refried beans, then use them to make bean dip or serve with Mexican food. . Cook your beans further to make any variety of delicious chili, including vegan options.

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Приготовьте салат с фасолью. Приготовьте пюре из фасоли. Приготовьте чили с фасолью.


es. Place 2 peeled onions on a cutting board and cut each in half through the root end. Trim 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) off of the stem ends. Then lay the flat sides of the onions against the board and use a sharp knife to carefully cut the onion into 1⁄4 to 1⁄8 inch (0.64 to 0.32 cm) thick slices. Take care not to cut through the root end so the onion stays together as you cut. Once you've finished slicing across the onion, trim off the root end. Use your favorite type of onion. For example, caramelize red, Spanish, or Vidalia onions. Turn the burner down to medium-low and stir the onions every 2 to 3 minutes for at least 15 minutes. The onions should turn a light brown color and you can turn off the burner if you'd like to leave the onions lightly caramelized. Use lightly caramelized onions for classic French onion soup or continue cooking them for softer, richer onions. Stir some of the hot, caramelized onions into scrambled eggs or pasta, such as carbonara. If you want to make a caramelized onion dip or spread, let them cool before blending them with sour cream and spices. To store leftover caramelized onions, put them into an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 1 week.

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Нарежьте две луковицы на тонкие ломтики. Готовьте лук в течение 15–20 минут, чтобы слегка его карамелизировать. Добавьте карамелизированный лук в соус, макароны или яйца.


et active. Exercise is shown to have drastic and positive effects on your mood, releasing stress-reducing hormones in your body that help to keep you feeling good. One excellent way of improving your outlook is to find some method of exercising that you enjoy, and making physical activity a bigger part of your life.  Start small. Just start by taking 30-40 minute walks around your neighborhood, moving at a good clip. Cue up some music or a podcast that you enjoy in your headphones, and get some fresh air. Find a team sport that you like, like football, soccer, basketball, or volleyball, and join a community team if you enjoy the positive effects of sport. If you don't like gyms or sports, try a solo activity like hiking, swimming, or riding your bike. . Sometimes, if you start feeling like you're wandering aimlessly, the negativity will start to creep back in. To keep those feelings at bay, start setting goals actively and working hard to meet them. Even if they're relatively small things, it's important to have some sense of purpose to meet the day.   Write up a five year plan for important goals and do something every week to get yourself moving toward those goals. Where do you want to be in five years? What do you want to do? What can you do right now to move in that direction? If you're feeling successful in your life, but still struggle with feeling like you're not getting the most out of it, get a new hobby. Pick up an instrument, or start an art project to get creative in a way you might not be used to. It's important to set aside the time to let yourself feel good. Even if you're busy, even if you're not feeling that great, it helps you cultivate a positive mindset to take the time out to celebrate with friends and family. Celebrate accomplishments, big and small. When someone graduates, that's cause for celebration. But, so is a regular Friday. Raise a toast to getting through the week! . What you put into your body can have a big impact on how you feel, both physically and mentally. Getting more...

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Ведите активный образ жизни. Ставьте цели и достигайте результатов. Уделяйте время праздникам. Хорошо питайтесь. Умейте расслабиться в нужный момент.


et more exercise. Physical activity is a known energy booster, and can also help you get a better night's sleep. If you're feeling fatigued and low on energy, a vigorous workout every day or several times each week can help you feel more energetic and get better, more restful sleep.  Try to get at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day or follow the guidelines here.  Opt for cardio workouts like walking, running, and biking.  Talk to your doctor before beginning a workout routine. Whether you're lounging at home or tied to your desk at work, stretching can help give you a noticeable boost in energy.  Stretch your arms and hands above your head as high as you can reach, and hold them for 10 to 15 seconds.  With your arms outstretched to the side, lower your torso to one side so that one set of hands touches the floor and the other set of hands points upward. Hold this for 10 to 15 seconds, then reverse to the other side. Touch your toes while your legs are as straight as possible. . If you're constantly feeling low on energy, you may not be getting enough sleep, or you may be getting poor quality sleep.  Teenagers typically need between eight and 10 hours of sleep each night.  Adults ages 18 to 64 typically need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night.  Older adults ages 65 and up typically need between seven to eight hours of sleep each night.  Limit caffeine and stimulants to help ensure a good night's sleep.  Turn off all electronics at least 30 minutes before bed to ensure a better night's sleep. . Stress has been recognized as a trigger for worsening symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome, as well as general problems with sleeping and getting adequate rest.  Take deep breaths from your diaphragm to help lower your heart rate and reduce stress.  Try progressive muscle relaxation to unwind. Slowly tense each major muscle group in your body, focusing on one part of the body at a time. Hold that tense pose for about five seconds, then release the tension and relax for 30 seconds...

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Занимайтесь физическими упражнениями. Выполняйте упражнения на растяжку. Высыпайтесь. Уменьшите уровень стресса. Принимайте добавки. Применяйте фитопрепараты.


et up your computer. If you are setting up a new desktop computer, there are a few steps you will need to go through before you can start using it. After finding a place near your desk to put the tower, you will need to connect your monitor, keyboard, and mouse, as well as plug the tower into a power source.  These are the only things required to be connected to the computer in order to use it. You can add more peripherals and accessories later. If you are using a new laptop, you will have significantly less to set up. Plug your laptop into a power source to ensure that it is charged, and then power it on to begin. If you are using the computer for the first time, you will likely be asked to create a user account when you turn it on. This account will hold all of your documents, pictures, downloaded files, and any other files that you create.  If your computer is in a public setting, you should create a strong password to protect your personal information. This is highly recommended, even if your computer is a home computer (To prevent someone from accessing your files). How to create a new user account in Windows 7 How to make a new user account in Windows 8 How to make a new user account in OS X The desktop is the main work area of your computer, and will likely be the most visited area of your computer. Your desktop appears every time you log into your account, and contains icons and shortcuts to your most used programs and files. The desktop will look and function differently depending on which operating system you use.  Windows operating systems (except Windows 8) are characterized by the Start menu in the lower-left corner of the desktop. The Start menu allows you to quickly access your installed programs and settings. Windows 8 has replaced the Start menu with the Start screen. It functions much the same way, but is fundamentally different in the way it displays information. OS X allows you to use multiple desktops to keep things organized and under control. See this guide for details on how to take...

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Настройте свой компьютер. Создайте учетную запись пользователя. Познакомьтесь с рабочим столом. Узнайте основную информацию о мышке и клавиатуре. Запустите некоторые предустановленные приложения. Установите свою первую программу.


every day. Meditating for at least 15 to 30 minutes each day physically changes your brain, making you less anxious, and more rational and empathetic. In addition, research has shown that meditation enhances concentration and improves sleep.  The four best times of day to meditate are first thing in the morning, whenever you’re stressed out, on your lunch break, or at the end of your workday.  Meditating right before bedtime is not recommended, as you are more likely to relax into sleep. With meditation, you want to ensure that you remain fully awake. Besides increasing your physical strength and flexibility, yoga changes your brain. Research suggests that in addition to reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, yoga protects the brain from shrinking with age.  Interestingly, yoga prevents shrinking mainly in the left hemisphere of the brain, which is associated with positive emotions such as joy and happiness.  Along with meditating, yoga will also help you be more present — or “mindful” — in your everyday life. . Research shows that exercise can help offset the cognitive decline brought on by aging and increasingly sedentary lifestyles. It’s also an effective stress reducer that helps improve your mood and boost your self-confidence.  Studies recommend at least 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity such as brisk walking, or 75 minutes each week of vigorous activity such as jogging.  Choose something you enjoy — if you hate running, don’t force yourself to run three times a week; swim or join an exercise class or sports club instead. Be realistic about how often you can exercise. If you know you can’t do 30 minutes of walking each day, 5 days a week, break it into smaller increments of 10 minutes here and there. . On average, adults need between 7.5 and 9 hours of sleep each night; children and teenagers need even more (between 8.5 and 18 hours, depending on their age). When we consistently sleep poorly, we are more likely to suffer from stress, anxiety, poor memory, and many other undesirable...

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Медитируйте каждый день. Занимайтесь йогой. Регулярно занимайтесь спортом. Высыпайтесь хорошо. Будьте организованными. Общайтесь. Смейтесь. Устройте день спа-процедур. Отключайтесь от сетей. Сходите к врачу.


every four to six hours. You don't have to do this immediately as soon as four hours have passed, but try not to let it go for longer than six. Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is an extremely rare but potentially fatal consequence of leaving a tampon in for too long. If you've accidentally left a tampon in for more than eight hours and you're suddenly experiencing a high fever, a sudden rash, or vomiting, pull out the tampon and get medical help immediately. . Removing a tampon might seem painful, but it is not. Take a few deep breaths, loosen up, and remember that it's maybe going to be uncomfortable but not painful. . You might feel some slight friction from the cotton fibers as the tampon comes out, but it shouldn't be that painful.  If you're queasy at the thought of grabbing the string with your bare fingers, do it with a square of toilet paper. If you do feel some catching and resistance as you pull the tampon out, it's probably because it's dry. Switch to a lighter absorbency to solve the problem. If it's too dry, use some water so that it does not stick. Some tampons are specifically designed to be flushable, so they spread apart and move easily through the pipes. However, if you're dealing with a low-flow toilet, a septic tank arrangement, or you know there have been problems with clogging in the past, it's safest to just wrap it in a wad of toilet paper and throw it away.

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Заменяйте тампон Расслабьтесь Медленно потяните за веревочку на конце тампона Выбросьте тампон


everything. Take the objects in your house and label them with their English equivalent. The goal is to get your mind thinking in English. When it's right there, it'll be impossible to ignore.  When you've labeled everything and find yourself thinking, "Where is my blanket?" try to think of the word (or sentence) in English. When you find your blanket, were you right? Don't write on the objects--grab a slip of paper and tape it on sturdily. It's very easy to get caught up in memorizing words when pronunciation can be just as important. Unfortunately, English has exceptions to most rules. But there are still some general guidelines you can abide by:  Always say the last sounds in the word. Certain Asian dialects find this rather difficult. If you know you're guilty of this, keep it in mind. "Streets" is not pronounced stree. The "ts" is very important in retaining meaning. Take the sentence "I project the project will end soon." Confusing, huh? Isn't English SVO? Yes, and this sentence is too. The first "project" (verb) is pronounced pro-JECT; the second (noun) is pronounced PRO-ject. The same is true for all verb-noun pairs: nouns stress the first syllable, verbs the second. Though there are definite exceptions, most nouns in English have the first syllable stressed. Think of the nouns in your house: "BED-room," "BATH-room," "KITCH-en," "TA-ble," "WIN-dow," "SO-fa," "WA-ter," "JACK-et," "TOI-let," etc. There are meaningful differences between American, British, and Australian English. Before you go about increasing your vocabulary, which one appeals to you?  Sometimes it's very important to know who you're speaking to. If you tell an American, Canadian, or Australian you're not wearing pants, they might wonder if you're wearing shorts, a dress, a skirt, or just in your underwear. If you tell a British person you're not wearing pants, you're going commando! In addition to vocabulary differences, the pronunciation differences are huge. Know these variations exist before you get confused with multiple correct...

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Отмечайте всё подряд. Следите за своим произношением. Выберите диалект.


face away from the direction you're going to run. Put your heel on the line. Put your other heel against your toe. You should be two foot lengths out now. Place the block so the part of your spikes that have pins are resting flat on the tartan surface of the block. If you sit into your blocks at this stage, your knee of your front leg should just touch the line. Weak foot block: do the same, only instead of two feet out you are going 3 feet (0.9 m) out from the line.    Your toes should not touch the ground- they should be well up the blocks. Make contact with the complete block with your foot for maximum power transfer. At the "on your marks", you should be in a kneeling position, with your hands shoulder width apart, on the tips of your fingers just behind the line.    This will help your arms leave the blocks as fast as possible. Twist your arms outwards so your palms and elbows are facing outwards. Then twist only your hands back so your palm is now facing inwards. Your elbows should still be facing outwards.

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Начните с колодки под сильную ногу: Как правильно расположиться на колодках. Держите локти прямо, пока не услышите выстрел. Наклонитесь вперед и переместите свой вес на руки, не выгибая сильно спину, так как все ваше тело должно представлять собой одну ровную линию для максимальной передачи энергии.


firmly against your shoulder. Pull the hammer to full-cock, and aim the muzzle at your target. Be sure that no one is standing directly beside you in front of the touch hole. Sparks will fly and you want to make sure everyone is clear of the expulsion. Always wear the appropriate ear and eye protection when firing a muzzleloader. It's loud. Practice good gun safety. Look down the length of the barrel through the open sights. When all three sights are in line both vertically and horizontally upon the target you wish to hit, take a deep breath and hold it. Some muzzleloaders don't have much in the way of sights. You can consider updating your old-school weapon by fitting it with more modern sights. This is especially recommended if you plan on hunting with your muzzleloader. Keep the rifle securely in your shoulder and follow through, holding your position and waiting until the smoke clears (there will be a lot) before dropping your posture and looking at your target.  In a flintlock rifle, the flint will slam down, scraping down the inside of the frizzen and flipping open the flashpan, creating sparks which fall into the powder in the now open flashpan. This powder ignites, making a flash of flame which travels into the touch hole and ignites the main charge.

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Крепко упритесь прикладом ружья в плечо. Прицельтесь. Снимите с предохранителя и надавите на спусковой крючок.


first. If you're currently taking sleeping medication and it's playing havoc with your sleep and general health and wellbeing, you should notify your doctor and explain what is happening. Your doctor will be able to advise you as to whether or not you can quit the pills outright or whether there needs to be an adjustment period.  Don't presume you're stuck taking pills. Be adamant that you wish to minimize or stop using the sleeping medication altogether and make your doctor your ally in achieving this outcome. Discuss lifestyle changes that can help improve your sleep. You may wish it ask about weaker sedatives or natural alternatives such as the natural sedative valerian tea, or melatonin supplements, but keep in mind these can interact with other medications, and you should speak with your doctor before use. Don't throw the pills away just yet; they are insurance to prevent you from panicking and they are still available for those terrible nights when you really do feel like you need them. At the same time, you need to commit to giving them up permanently as carefully and as thoroughly as possible. If your doctor has suggested a gradual withdrawal program, stick with it. This will greatly increase your chances of success, as quitting sleeping medication too suddenly can throw your body totally out of balance. Some people need more sleep while others need less hours of sleep in order to function optimally; know your own needs and nurture them. Also be sure to implement the remaining suggestions in the following steps; each is a practical means by which you gain control back over your sleeping routine and, in turn, make your plan more likely to succeed. Depending on the type of sleep medication, withdrawal symptoms can occur. You may feel anxious, edgy, irritable, and depressed, and you may find yourself sweating, experiencing tremors, and increased heart rate, and nausea.  You may experience "rebound insomnia," which means you may experience great difficulty falling asleep after you come off the sleeping...

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Поговорите с врачом Составьте план по отказу от препарата. Поверьте, что вам под силу засыпать без вспомогательных средств, а также примите собственные потребности. Подготовьтесь к последствиям.


for a banana that is yellow and lightly speckled with small brown or black spots. Some people prefer the firmer yellow-all-over stage; some prefer the softer, sweeter, stronger-flavored yellow-and-brownish stage. If the banana is not ripe, you can leave it on a warm counter for a day or two. If you are in an in-closed area, such as a room, throw it away in a closed bag or closed trashcan, otherwise the banana will fill the room with its odor. Alternatively, you can also save the banana peel to use as compost in your garden.

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Купите спелые бананы. Выбросьте банановую кожуру.


for a natural smoky flavor. A charcoal grill requires coals to be lit in order to begin grilling, which can be done using a fire starter and a long match. Wait for the charcoal to heat up for about 20 minutes before starting to cook.  When you're done with the charcoal grill, close the lid and let the coals cool down naturally before emptying the ashes. Charcoal grills get hotter and impart a more natural flavor, but they're more difficult to clean and keep at a constant temperature. for an easy-to-use, convenient option. A gas grill often uses a propane tank that will need to be properly attached before starting to cook—you can do this by connecting the grill's gas line to the propane tank nozzle. The gas grill has controls that you can easily turn on and off to light the grill, as well as control the temperature and placement of the fire.   Gas grills tend to be more expensive but are easier to work and don't take as long to heat up. Make sure the gas is turned to the off position before hooking the propane tank up to the grill. If you're cooking something like burgers or hot dogs, it's best to cook them over direct heat since they cook faster. The section of your grill with direct heat will be the hottest.  A gas grill will have settings, such as Low, Medium, and High, that you can easily adjust to get the right heat level. Your charcoal grill will just be set up normally with lit coals underneath. Foods such as ribs are often cooked over indirect heat for the slow and steady smoky flavor. Set the indirect heat section to low heat on a gas grill, or place your food on the side without coals underneath on a charcoal grill.  For charcoal grills, keep your coals or briquettes on one side of your grill—the direct heat side—and keep the other side (the indirect heat side)—free of coals. Close the lid for slower-cooking foods to keep the heat in. When you go to place your meats or veggies on the grill, use a pair of tongs or a spatula, as these are likely your most useful tools. It's also a good idea to have...

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Используйте угольный гриль В качестве более простого и удобного варианта выберите газовый гриль. Жарьте быстро готовящиеся продукты на прямом огне. Жарьте медленно готовящиеся виды мяса на непрямом огне. При приготовлении пищи на гриле пользуйтесь подходящими инструментами. Проверьте готовность мяса


for at least 150 minutes per week. This is the minimum recommended amount of exercise for maintaining good health, but the more exercise you get the better. Try to work in at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days of the week. Do something that you enjoy so that it’ll be easier for you to stick with it. For example, you could take a walk on your lunch break or after dinner, go to an aerobics or spin class, or simply dance around your living room to your favorite music. Doing a little extra whenever you get the chance can help you to burn more calories overall, and this will increase your weight loss results. Some things you can do to work more activity into your day include:  Parking further away from the entrances, such as at your place of work or at the grocery store Taking the stairs instead of the elevator Walking or biking to school or work Getting up and walking around or doing squats during a commercial break when you’re watching TV High-intensity interval training, also known as HIIT, is when you exercise at a moderate pace, do a burst of high-intensity exercise, and then repeat this cycle in regular intervals. You can do HIIT with just about any form of exercise, such as walking, running, biking, swimming, or even dancing.  For example, you could walk at a moderate pace for 4 minutes, then walk at a brisk pace for 4 minutes, and then go back to the moderate pace for another 4 minutes. Keep repeating these intervals until you have completed 30 minutes of exercise. If you’re biking, try riding on a flat surface and then do a hill, then go back to a flat surface, then do another hill. Continue this for 30 minutes. Building muscle increases your resting metabolic rate, which means you’ll burn more calories even when you’re asleep. You can use resistance bands, dumbbells, strength-training machines, or bodyweight exercises to build strength. Aim for two 30 to 45 minutes strength training sessions per week. Make sure that you work each of your major muscle groups during the strength training sessions....

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Занимайтесь физическими упражнениями Ведите более активный образ жизни на протяжении дня. Попробуйте заниматься высокоинтенсивными интервальными тренировками, чтобы сжигать больше калорий. Включите в свои тренировки силовые упражнения, чтобы ускорить обмен веществ в состоянии покоя.


for the venue. While most galas warrant a pair of stilettos, check the invitation to make sure you’ll be able to comfortably walk in the pair that you have in mind. If the venue is outdoors or the flooring is notoriously precarious, opt for a shorter or wider heel for added stability.  Both open-toe and closed-toe shoes are acceptable, depending on the weather. If you’re unsure about what kind of shoes you should wear, ask the party planner to clarify! Your shoe color should complement the color of your gown. If you’re in doubt, opt for a basic black satin heel that will match most evening gowns. Wearing flatter shoes may make it difficult to walk without tripping on a long hem, so be sure to try on your shoes with your dress and walk around a bit. If you can’t or don’t want to wear heels, choose a pair of glamorous flats that complement your gown without drawing too much attention. Look for pairs that have embellishments like jewels or bows, and are made of high-quality materials like patent leather, leatherette, or even suede. Regardless of the dress code, wear tasteful, classic jewelry, like a pair of sparkly earrings or a pearl necklace to draw attention to your face and hair. If your gown doesn’t have many embellishments, wear some silver or gold bracelets to add some glamour to the outfit.  Make sure your jewelry looks valuable, even if it’s not. Gold, silver, and pearls are all acceptable, even if they’re imitation pieces. If you’re looking for sparkle, cubic zirconia is an inexpensive and beautiful alternative to diamonds. Remember to balance your jewelry. If you’re wearing a very colorful or large statement necklace or bracelet, pair it with smaller earrings or bracelets. Alternatively, you might choose to wear one statement piece and no other jewelry. Since you’ll be on the move all evening, pack a clutch with lipstick or gloss, face powder, your ID, a small wallet, and your phone. Some clutch purses have a small, delicate shoulder strap that allows you to use your hands throughout the night, as...

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Подберите для мероприятия идеальную пару обуви на высоком каблуке Для любого торжественного мероприятия выбирайте серьги и браслеты в классическом стиле (например, жемчужную бижутерию). Остановите выбор на небольшой дамской сумочке, которая вместит в себя только самое необходимое. Для экономии времени сделайте профессиональную укладку волос. Уложите волосы дома в качестве более дешевого варианта. Сделайте макияж


for yourself. It’s great to identify how much weight you want or need to lose over the long term, but short-term goals are important, too. Try to focus on how much you want to lose in 1 month and what you need to do to achieve that. Creating sub-goals to get you to your bigger goals will help to ensure that you stay on track. For example, you might start by setting a 1 month weight loss goal of 8 pounds, which would require losing about 2 lb (0.91 kg) per week. This means that you’ll need to burn an extra 1,000 calories per day to achieve this goal, which you can do by cutting calories from your diet and exercising regularly. Counting calories is an effective way to ensure that you’re reducing your food intake enough to lose weight. Your doctor can help you to identify a healthy calorie goal or you can calculate it yourself. Aim to cut between 500 and 1,000 calories from your diet per day with a combination of diet and exercise. Record everything you eat and drink using a food diary or calorie tracking app. For women, a healthy amount is usually between 1,200 and 1,500 calories per day, while it’s usually around 1,500 to 1,800 calories per day for men. Fruits and vegetables will fill you up while adding fewer calories than other foods, such as bread, chips, and candy. Eat 1 to 2 servings of fruits or vegetables with every meal to keep yourself satisfied for fewer calories. Some great options include:  Salads made with fresh romaine lettuce, spring mix, or spinach and tomatoes and cucumbers. Steamed veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, green beans, and summer squash. Fresh cut melon, berries, apples, and pears. . Intermittent fasting is a way of eating where you consume all of your meals within an 8 or 10 hour window during the most active part of your day. For many people, this is between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm. However, you can designate a time frame that works for you. Just make sure to keep the same time frame each day so that you’ll have 14 to 16 hours between your last meal of one day...

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Поставьте перед собой реалистичные цели Определите свою потребность в калориях Употребляйте богатые питательными веществами и в то же время низкокалорийные продукты. Соблюдайте диету с периодическим голоданием Попробуйте соблюдать низкоуглеводную или низкожировую диету. Пейте больше воды Принимайте пищу осознанно, чтобы не спешить во время еды.


for yourself. Starting a healthier diet is a great overarching goal; however, to make your goal more realistic and doable, you'll need to be more specific about what you want out of a "healthy diet."  It might be helpful to first think about your current diet. What's unhealthy about it? Do you need to eat more green vegetables? Do you need to drink more water? Should you snack less? Write up a list of the things you want to change, add or stop about your current diet. Use these ideas to form multiple small goals to help you reach a healthier diet. The best way to reach any goal is to start with one or two very small changes. Trying to overhaul your entire diet in a few days probably won't work well. Choose something small to work on each week. You'll be much more successful long-term. After you've come up with a few goals and how you can achieve them, consider starting a food journal. This will serve as a method to track and evaluate your progress.  Write all your goals in your food journal. You can review them as needed or change them as you continue to make changes to your diet. Also track all of your foods and beverages in your food journal. This will help you physically see what's missing from your diet or what you're eating too much of. Make sure to write out each breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack (even a few nibbles) and drinks you consume throughout the day. The more accurate you are, the better resource this will be. Each week in your food journal, write down the change you want to work on. For example, "This week, I will drink eight glasses of water each day." At the end of the week, go back over your journal to see if you've completed this goal. There are many apps available to download on your smartphone that can help you track calories, exercise, and even how much water you drink. . A meal plan is a great tool when you're trying to follow any new diet plan. These plans are your guide and blueprint to your week of meals and snacks.  Meal plans can help you stay organized and on track throughout the...

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Поставьте перед собой цели Заведите дневник питания. Составьте план питания Готовьте пищу, когда у вас есть свободное время.


frequently for the first 3 to 4 weeks after planting your roses. Usually this is when the top 2 inches (5.1 cm) of soil is dry. To stay healthy your roses need a lot of hydration and food. Four weeks after planting, you should start soaking the bed every 2 weeks or so. Do this in the morning for the best results. Use 3–6 inches (7.6–15.2 cm) of mulch to control the moisture, temperature, and to stops weeds from popping up. Mulch also helps to lock in the vital nutrients your roses need in order to remain healthy. Read How to Grow Roses for more information on how to care for your roses after they've been planted. Pruning your roses will keep them from getting crowded and will make them grow healthy and strong. All you need is some pruning shears and a good eye for what you need to eliminate. You can cut off any rootstocks (suckers), which are new plants that grow from the roots of the old plant, as well as any remaining canes that are thinner than a pencil, which rub or cross each other, or which are just not fitting the desired shape you want for your roses. In the winter months, or just when it gets unseasonably cold, you may have to take action to keep your beautiful roses alive in the winter. You should cut back your rose plants to about 24 inches (61.0 cm) so they don't get harmed by ice and wind. Then, you should tie the canes together with twine to further protect the roses from winds.  Each rose plant should have a nice mound of fresh, loose compost or soil around its base. You can add another layer of hay or straw over the mound for further protection. When spring comes around, you can remove the added protection.

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После посадки, поливайте растения часто в течение первых 3-4 недель. Продолжайте поливать грядку. Начните вносить удобрения через 3 месяца после посадки. Обрезайте розы. Защитите розы от холода.


from a grocery store or farmers market. Fresh asparagus is a luxury vegetable, and its prices tend to reflect this. You can buy fresh, frozen, or canned asparagus. If you're buying fresh, look for bright green or violet-tinged spears. Spears should be straight, firm, and uniformly-sized, with closed (not flowering) tips. Ideally, buy fresh asparagus on the day that you plan to use it.  Asparagus spears range from thick to thin. Some people prefer one kind over another, but size does not generally signal quality or flavor. Thicker spears are more mature, and thinner spears less so. Thicker spears often have tougher, woodier ends, and most people chop these off before cooking. Asparagus goes bad quickly, so it’s important to pick bundles that are refrigerated or on ice. Do not buy asparagus that isn't being kept cool, as it may go bad even more quickly. Asparagus is one of the first green vegetables to come into season at the end of winter. Fresh, American-grown asparagus often appears in stores in late February, but the vegetable is at its best – and is usually cheapest – in April and May. You can eat frozen or canned asparagus year-round, but many consider fresh asparagus a delicacy. Use asparagus within two or three days of purchase, and preferably sooner. If you do need to keep it for a day or two, the best way to preserve the spears is to place them upright in a bowl (or even a small vase) of cold water. You can wrap the ends of the spears in a damp paper towel and refrigerate them. You can refrigerate them in a plastic bag for up to three days. Blanching is an important step in preparing vegetables for freezing. Scalding the vegetables stops the enzymes that break the vegetable down. This may help preserve flavor, crispness, and color. Blanching before freezing also cleans the surface of the vegetable, slows the loss of vitamins, and makes the veggies softer and easier to pack. You can start these plants from seeds, or you can plant their crowns for faster results. Mature asparagus plants yield spears...

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Покупайте спаржу Необходимо знать время года, в которое можно купить свежую спаржу. Храните спаржу в холодильнике или на льду. Бланшируйте спаржу Подумайте о том, чтобы вырастить спаржу самостоятельно.


from broken cake pieces for a lovely layered dessert. Layer pieces of the cake in a large trifle dish or mixing bowl. Add a sprinkling of alcohol for flavor, if you wish, then add layers of things like pudding, frosting, fruit, mousse, or whipped cream in any combination. As you layer, add enough of each ingredient to spread it across the dish. Repeat layering until all the cake is used up. Make the top look extra special. Create a smooth layer on top with whipped cream or frosting, then top with chocolate curls or sprinkles for decoration. Frosting will hide small cracks perfectly. If it's severely cracked, use a little frosting to try to "glue" the pieces back together; do this by spreading the frosting down into the crack and pressing it back together. Then cover the whole cake top with a thin layer of slightly softened frosting, creating a crumb layer.  Let this set, then add a second, thicker layer of icing for decoration. If done well, it'll be hard to even notice it was cracked.  Don't overdo the frosting crack infill though; too much frosting will make the whole experience sugary and unpleasant to eat. If the cake just has cracks on top, you can always just use the bottom as the top. That way, you have a nice, smooth surface to work with. The base will be less firm though, so don't be surprised if it crumbles on the plate; this solution is best for home use. Another option is to level the cake by slicing off a thin layer at the top to make it smooth. Use a bread knife to cut an even layer across the top. Melt milk, dark, or white chocolate or candy melts and pour the melted chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate out thinly. Let it cool for 30 minutes, then crumble the cake over it in an even, thin layer. Press the cake into the melted layer. Spread another layer of chocolate on top and let it cool. The chocolate and cake will set together. To serve, break into individual pieces.

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Приготовьте из кусочков рассыпавшегося пирога прекрасный слоеный десерт — трайфл. Покройте треснувший пирог глазурью, чтобы скрыть дефект. Переверните пирог, чтобы верх оказался целым. Приготовьте из сломанного пирога аппетитные хрустики.


from wiper blades. Lift the wiper blade so it is oriented away from the windshield. Wet a piece of paper towel with a small amount of hot, soapy water or rubbing alcohol. Wipe the blades with the towel until the paper towel comes away clean.  Remember to clean the arm and hinged parts as well. Hinged parts of the wiper assembly can stiffen with dirt and grime, contributing to squeakiness. For severely dirty wipers, you may need to use several pieces of paper towel. If your paper towel is somewhat flimsy, double it up before wiping or use a rag. If your wiper blades don't stay in position when pulled away from the windshield, hold the blade away from the glass with your free hand and clean them one at a time. thoroughly with glass cleaner. Coat your windshield with a generous amount of ammonia-free glass cleaner. Now you’re ready to wipe the windshield clean with a soft, lint-free cloth, like one made from microfiber. Wipe with a top-to-bottom motion until the glass is clean.  Undiluted white vinegar can be substituted for glass cleaner. Add it to a spray bottle and use it as you would glass cleaner. Avoid getting vinegar on painted areas of your car.  Ammonia based cleaners can damage tinting and cause plastic to degrade quickly. Ammonia-free glass cleaners should be clearly indicated on their label. Simply sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda on a water dampened paper towel for a stronger cleaning. Then wipe the glass clean in a top-to-bottom motion. If squeaking starts suddenly when you’re on the road, you won’t have the luxury of having household supplies on hand. Instead, keep some alcohol wipes in your car. When squeaking occurs, wipe the rubber of both blades with the alcohol wipe.

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Удалите грязь с самих дворников. Тщательно отмойте ветровое стекло чистящим средством для стекол. Если ветровое стекло очень грязное, используйте пищевую соду. Чтобы оперативно справиться с внезапно возникшим в дороге скрипом, воспользуйтесь спиртовыми салфетками.


from your diaphragm. Take a deep breath in through your nose and exhale out through your mouth. Each inhalation and exhalation should last for a full second. Continue to breathe and count to 10 in your head. As you breathe, you should start to feel your body calming down. You may have to do this a few times before you start feeling any effects. Before the conversation escalates to a full-blown argument, remove yourself from the situation. Excuse yourself to the bathroom or tell the person that you need a second and take a walk. This space will give you time to think about the argument and your emotions.  You can say something like, “I’ll be right back, I need to use the bathroom. When I get back, let’s talk about this.” Don't worry about coming off as rude or impolite. It is much better to step away and "cool off" than to stick around and blow your fuse. When you're alone, think about the conversation and determine what is making you angry in the first place. Try to look at the conversation as objectively as possible. Reflect on whether you're mad over the argument or if you’re angry over something unrelated.  Think of ways to verbalize it so that you can communicate it to the person you’re arguing with. You can say something like, “I realized I was angry because of how you spoke to me earlier today. I wasn't actually that angry about you not taking out the trash.” Sometimes we can get so engaged in an argument that we forget how the conflict will affect our long-term relationship with a person. Try to take a step back and think about the importance of the argument. If the argument is over something that isn’t meaningful, it may help you calm down, give you greater perspective, and put an end to the argument.  For example, if your friend forgot to order your coffee frappe with extra whipped cream, just tell yourself that "it's no big deal, at least they ordered something for you." Some issues may not be worth getting all worked up about. Get into the habit of asking yourself if this is really worth getting...

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Глубоко дышите Завершите разговор. Оцените свои эмоции. Посмотрите на картину целиком. Научитесь отпускать эмоции, чтобы не расстраиваться.


gently to promote spinal health. If you frequently experience a creaky neck, try facing forward, then tilt your head to the left and bring your ear close to your shoulder. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then repeat on the other side.  After tilting your head to each side, face forward, then slowly turn your head to the left as far as you comfortably can. Hold it for 30 seconds, then turn slowly to the right and repeat the stretch on that side.  To finish up your neck stretches, face forward, then lower your chin toward your chest until you feel a stretch in the back of your neck. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then slowly return to the starting position. Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart and your knees slightly bent. To perform Y stretches, raise your arms above your head so your body looks like the letter Y. Extend your arms and fingers as far as you can, hold the stretch for 30 seconds, and bring your arms back to your sides.  Next, do a T stretch by raising your arms out to your sides so your body looks like the letter T. Extend your arms as far as you comfortably can, hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then bring your arms back to your sides. Finish by bring your arms back to the T position, then bend your elbows with your palms facing toward your head so your arms resemble the letter W. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then lower your arms to your sides. Try doing 5 sets of 30-second stretches for each pose. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, then bend your left knee backward to bring your foot near your rear end. Grab your left toe with your left hand, and gently lift until you feel a stretch in your quad, or front thigh muscle. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds, then repeat on the other leg. Hold the wall or the back of a chair to help keep your balance. Do 5 sets of 30 second stretches on each leg. Start by lying on your back with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent. Raise your left foot and rest it on your right knee so you left sole faces toward the right. Clasp your hands...

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Плавными движениями разомните шею, чтобы привести в тонус позвоночник. Выполните упражнения для растягивания плеч. Сделайте упражнение на растяжку квадрицепса по 5 раз на одну ногу. Выполните упражнение на растяжку бедер в положении лежа. Не делайте растяжку, если ощущаете боль и отечность в суставах.


gently. Use a brush with natural boar bristles. Brush your hair from the tips and move upward to de-tangle your dry hair. Work out tangles slowly and never tear or pull at your hair when brushing.  If you have it on hand, apply some kind of hair protectant prior to brushing to minimize split ends. Don't brush wet hair, or you may cause hair strands to break. daily. Use the tips of your fingers to make gentle, circular motions to give your scalp a soothing massage. This increases blood flow to the scalp, resulting in hair follicles growing faster.  A good time to do a scalp massage is in the shower while you are shampooing your hair. If you are working with dry hair, apply a few drops of hair oil to your scalp to prevent too much tugging on your hair. three times a week. Shampooing every day can dry out your hair, which can slow down hair growth. Shampooing three times a week should be adequate to keep your hair clean. On other days, simply rinse your hair with water and then apply conditioner. If your hair feels dirty during the week, use a dry shampoo instead of shampooing your hair when it's wet. Conditioner replenishes oils lost during the shampooing process. Never neglect applying a quality conditioner to your hair the days you shampoo. It's vital to replenish your hair to keep it strong, which promotes growth. In addition to your normal conditioning, try doing a deep conditioning treatment once a week. This will add extra shine and strength to your hair. If you pull your hair back daily, do not place your ponytail in the same spot each day. This can wear down the strands, slowing the growth of your hair. Pull your hair back in a slightly different spot each day by shifting it up or down on your head.  To prevent breakage, only use cloth-covered elastic bands and scrunchies. Don't use a rubber band. Avoid putting your hair up while it is still wet. with a microfiber cloth instead of a towel. Using a towel to dry your hair causes breakage as your hair gets caught in the towel's woven strands. Instead, use...

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Аккуратно расчесывайте волосы. Каждый день массируйте кожу головы . Мойте голову При каждом мытье головы шампунем пользуйтесь кондиционером для волос. Если вы собираете волосы в хвост, меняйте его положение. Подсушивайте волосы  волосы примерно на 1–1,5 см каждые два-три месяца. Спите на шелковой наволочке.


google.com/accounts/ForgotPasswd. This is the Google account recovery page, and can be used to reset a forgotten password or regain access to a hacked account. This will start the password reset process. This will help identify you as the actual owner of the account. If you don't remember, click "I don't know", If you have a recovery email address or a recovery mobile number associated with your account, you can have the code sent to you. You must have set one of these recovery options before attempting to reset your password. If you don't have a recovery method associated with your account, you'll need to fill out a survey to prove that you are the account owner. You'll need to answer some questions about your account usage, including the approximate date that you created the account and some questions about mail you have received. It may take a while for the survey to process. For more details on filling out the survey, click here. If you chose to receive your code on your phone, you'll receive a text message or automated call with the code. If you chose to receive the code via email, log into the recovery email address and find the code. Make sure that the password contains a variety of upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols. Don't include any dictionary words, as these make the password less secure. Use a unique password for Google that you don't use for any other accounts.  Try to create a password that is at least 16 characters long. Longer passwords are much harder to crack than shorter ones. Break up a word or phrase that means something to you with random characters and symbols. This will make the password easy to remember, but hard to crack. Supported symbols include: ! " # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ { | } ~. Use the first couple characters from each word in a set to create your base password, and then add numbers and symbols to make it more complex. Click here for more details on creating a strong yet memorable password.

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Зайдите на . Поставьте галочку рядом с «Я не помню пароль» и нажмите «Продолжить». Введите последний пароль, который помните. Укажите способ получения кода подтверждения. Введите полученный код подтверждения. Придумайте новый пароль.


grep command to search for strings of text within files. If you are looking for a file that contains a certain phrase or string of characters, you can use the grep command. A basic grep command is formatted as follows:   grep -r -i "search query" /path/to/directory/    The -r sets the search to "recursive", so it will search the current directory and all subdirectories for any file that contains the query string. The -i indicates that the query is not case-sensitive. If you want to force the search to pay attention to case, omit the -i operator. When you perform a grep search as above, you'll see the file name along with the text with the matching query highlighted. You can hide the matching text and just display the file names and paths by including the following:   grep -r -i "search query" /path/to/directory/ | cut -d: -f1 The grep command will return an error when it tries to access folders without the correct permissions or runs into empty folders. You can send the error messages to /dev/null, which will hide them from the output.  grep -r -i "search query" /path/to/directory/ 2>/dev/null

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Используйте команду .  Скройте лишний текст.  Скройте сообщения об ошибках.


healthy diesels make small amounts of black smoke with some white on cold starts.  Sick ones make blue or continuous white. Diesels are generally robust but require a strict schedule of oil changes. Bonus points for proof of maintenance. Again, bonus points for maintenance records and a spare parts kit. Common ailments of gas engines: wet or worn-out electric components, bad points and plugs. If the seller took the trouble to warm up the engine before showing you the boat, it may be because it is hard to start the engine when it is cold.

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Держитесь подальше от редких или очень старых двигателей, если вы не уверены, что есть детали на замену. Проведите дымовой тест: Убедитесь в отсутствии утечек топлива и рабочем трюмном нагнетателе и в двигателях. Перед тем, как продавец заводит двигатель, проверьте, если двигатель уже теплый.


heck your blood glucose level. Follow the same procedure each time to check and document your blood glucose levels.  Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and dry them with a clean towel.  Insert a test strip into your blood glucose meter device.  Use your lancet device to obtain a small drop of blood from the fleshy part of your finger.  Some newer devices can obtain a droplet from other areas such as your forearm, thigh, or fleshy areas on your hand.  Refer to the user manual to proceed properly according to the way your device works. Most devices are spring loaded that help to reduce the pain of pricking your skin.  Allow the blood droplet to contact the test strip at the indicated place either before or after it is inserted in the meter, again depending on the way your device works.  Your blood glucose level will appear in the window of your device. Record your blood glucose level on your log, along with the time of day you checked it. Checking your blood glucose is the primary tool for both you and your doctor to use in determining the most appropriate dose of insulin you need.  By keeping a log of your blood glucose levels, and other variables such as alterations in your diet or additional injections prior to meals or special events where you will consume sugary foods, your doctor can help to improve the control of your diabetes.  Take the log with you to each appointment for your doctor to review. Your doctor or diabetic healthcare provider advise you on the targets for your blood glucose levels specific to your condition.  General target ranges include 80 to 130mg/dl if taken before a meal, and less than 180mg/dl if taken one to two hours after a meal.  Remember that monitoring your blood glucose levels are extremely helpful in tailoring your overall treatment plan, but they are not a judgment of how well you are taking care of your condition. Do not let the results frustrate you.  Talk to your doctor if your levels are consistently higher than recommended so you and your doctor can adjust...

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Следите за своим уровнем сахара в крови. Ведите журнал. Сравните свои показатели с целевыми значениями.


hower or bathe every day or two. Bacteria feed on the sweat and skin cells that accumulate on your body throughout the day – that's what causes body odor.  Shower or bathe every day and use a mild soap to wash off the day's dirt. Especially wash and carefully dry your feet, face, hands, armpits, and bottom.  In addition to your daily bath or shower, take one after you exercise or get sweaty to keep skin clean.  It doesn't really matter if you shower at night or in the morning; this is personal preference. Don't use soap to clean your private parts; this will disturb your natural chemical balance down there. Clean around your inner thighs and around your vulva with mild soap, but just wash the outer and inner parts of your vulva (the exterior part of your vagina) with warm water. Your vagina is good at cleaning itself with natural discharge (the clear fluid that comes from your vagina).  Deodorant and perfume do not replace daily bathing or showering. hampoo and condition your hair. Shampoo your hair 2-3 times a week. Washing your hair too often removes the natural oil and can make your hair dry. Choose shampoo and conditioner that's right for you – whether your hair is dry, oily, frizzy, straight, or curly, there are many products that you can try.  Wet your hair with warm water. Pour a quarter-size amount of shampoo into your palm and massage it (not too hard) into your scalp and down to the tips of your hair. Wash the shampoo out then apply conditioner, using more for dry hair and less for oily hair. Let it sit in your hair for a few minutes while you clean your body, then rinse it out well. If your hair gets oily near your scalp after a day or two, wash your hair daily or every other day using a mild shampoo. Use conditioner only on the tips of your hair, not on your scalp. Use “non-greasy” or “oil-free” styling products. . Use warm water and a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face in the morning and before bed. Use just your fingertips to massage the cleanser onto your skin – using a washcloth...

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Принимайте ванну или душ каждый день. Ухаживайте за волосами. Умывайтесь два раза в день. Следите за чистотой одежды. Мойте руки как можно чаще. Носите с собой необходимые средства для ухода. Следуйте правилам гигиены во время болезни.


hrink your pores. The regular application of tomato juice to your face can shrink your pores, leading to a clearer complexion. For maximum effectiveness, mix about 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of fresh tomato juice with 2 to 4 drops of fresh lime or lemon juice. Apply this solution to your face using a sterile cotton ball, gently massaging it in small circles. Leave the solution on your face for 5 to 15 minutes before rinsing it off with cool to lukewarm water. Tomato juice can be used to dry out oil on your skin. Before applying the juice, mix it with equal parts cucumber juice. Cucumbers hydrate your skin, which will prevent it from becoming dry and flaky once you strip the oils using the tomato juice. Use a cotton ball to apply the mix onto the oiliest parts of your face each day. Tomato juice can neutralize and cool the skin, and the lycopene in tomatoes can help shield the skin against UV light rays.  Mix about 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) of tomato juice with 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) plain yogurt. Apply the mask to any part of your skin that caught a little too much sun and leave it on for about 20 minutes before washing it off with cool to lukewarm water. The yogurt works with the tomato to return lost protein to your skin, making it softer. Applying a mixture made with 2 tablespoons tomato juice and 4 tablespoons buttermilk can accomplish the same goal. Leave this concoction on your sunburnt skin for 30 minutes before rinsing it off with cool to lukewarm water. . The vitamin A and vitamin C in tomato juice can help brighten a dull complexion. Mix enough honey into the tomato juice to form a thick paste, and then apply this paste onto your face. Allow it to dry for about 15 minutes before washing it off with a gentle cleanser and warm water. . The vitamins in tomato juice can also add the natural shine back to dull, lifeless hair.  Apply a small amount of tomato juice to your scalp and hair after you wash it with shampoo. Leave it in for 3 to 5 minutes before rinsing it out, as you might do with a...

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Используйте томатный сок для сужения пор. Удалите с помощью томатного сока жир с кожи. Используйте томатный сок для лечения солнечных ожогов. Томатный сок сделает вашу кожу более здоровой и сияющей. Используйте томатный сок в качестве кондиционера для волос.


iBooks is a great feature to find previews of good books, to buy good books, and to even have access to tens of thousands of free titles. When iBooks opens, you should see a bookcase, or Library, and possibly a single book. The free book that comes with your download is Winnie the Pooh by A. A. Milne. This "bookcase" is where you will find all the books that you will later download. You can do this by going directly through the iBooks app. Then select your book from your Library. When you wish to turn to the next page, slide your finger across the page from left to right.

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Зайдите на iTunes и скачайте iBooks. Запустите iBooks. Скачайте книги в приложении. Снова нажмите на «Библиотека».


iPhone (aka iOS) is known for its ease of use, security, and clean integration with other Apple products. Android is associated with its integration of Google services, its ability to be customized, and typically a lower cost. If you can, try demoing a device at a store. That will give you a good sense of the interface and feel of each operating system. iOS phones (iPhones) are typically more expensive than their Android counterparts. Among phone manufacturers, Apple and Samsung are typically among the most expensive (with models ranging from $400-$700 retail), while HTC, LG, and Motorola tend to produce lower cost options (some low end smartphones can be acquired for under $100).  Phones are subsidized when purchased along with a phone carrier contract or sometime even "free" upon signing. This usually commits you to a 2-year billing plan for the carrier and  includes penalties for early cancellation. Some carriers also charge a monthly ‘device fee’ to make up for little or no upfront cost on your smartphone. If you already own a tablet or computer, you will experience the best level of integration with its services and software by getting a phone with matching developer support (for example, Apple computers and iPads are often cross-compatible with iPhone apps). Nevertheless, note that any phone can connect to, and function with, almost any computer operating system. If you are a heavy MS Office or Google user, you will have the best integration and support using an Android phone (although note that both Microsoft and Google produce their most popular apps for the competing operating system as well). Each operating system has some proprietary features, while basic features like email, web browsing, and maps will be available on all systems.  iOS/iPhone has exclusive features like Siri, fingerprint scanning, FaceTime chat, and iCloud support. Android has Google Now, homescreen widgets for customization, and allows third party app installation (meaning you can download programs from the internet and install...

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Узнайте о некоторых основных различиях между операционными системами. Определите свой ценовой диапазон. Примите во внимание устройства и оборудование, которыми вы уже владеете. Определите, какие функции соответствуют вашим потребностям. Решите, какие приложения вы хотите использовать. Выберите операционную систему.


iPhone 4S and more recent are equipped with Bluetooth technology; if you have an iPhone 4 (or older), it may not work. Likewise, attempting to use an old model of Bluetooth speaker with a newer iPhone (such as 6S or 7) may cause synchronization issues. If your iPhone isn't updated to the latest version of iOS, you may run into Bluetooth issues on newer Bluetooth speakers. You may have turned on the speaker too late while your iPhone searched for available devices, or there might just be a bug in how they are working. Try restarting the speaker to see if this helps. Doing so may reset your phone's Bluetooth settings and make it possible to connect again. To restart your phone:  Press and hold the Power button on the side (or top) of your iPhone until slide to power down appears. Slide the power icon at the top of the screen right. Wait for a minute, then press and hold the power button until the Apple icon displays. If all else fails, bringing your iPhone and Bluetooth speaker into the store from which you purchased the speaker to have staff members look at it might fix your problem. If you bought your speaker online, you can usually still bring it into a retail store like Best Buy to have them take a look at it.

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Убедитесь, что ваша модель iPhone не слишком старая. Обновите iPhone Выключите и включите Bluetooth-колонки. Перезагрузите iPhone. Отнесите колонки в магазин, чтобы проверить их.


iPod Nanos have been released in five major different forms. This can give you a quick idea of how old yours is.  Rectangular with touch screen — 7th Generation (2012 - 2015) Square with touch screen — 6th Generation  (2010) Rectangular with click wheel — 4th and 5th Generation (2008 - 2009) Wide screen with click wheel — 3rd Generation (2007) Small screen and click wheel — 1st and 2nd Generation (2005 - 2006) You can find the iPod Nano's model number on the back of the iPod itself, near the bottom. The following model numbers correspond to the following generations:   A1446 — 7th Generation  A1366 — 6th Generation  A1320 — 5th Generation  A1285 — 4th Generation  A1236 (The serial number also ends with YOP, YOR, YXR, YXT, YXV, or YXX) — 3rd Generation  A1199 — 2nd Generation  A1137 — 1st Generation

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Обратите внимание на форм-фактор. Узнайте номер модели. По номеру модели узнайте поколение устройства.


iPod shuffles are very small and none of them have a display. There are several visual differences between generations of the iPod shuffle.  Square with circular controls — 4th Generation (2010 - 2015) Rectangular with controls along the top edge — 3rd Generation (2009) Rectangular with circular controls — 2nd Generation (2006 - 2008) Narrow rectangle with small circular controls (white only) — 1st Generation (2005) iPod shuffles model numbers are printed in small type:   A1373 — 4th Generation (The model number is printed on the part of the clip that touches the base).  A1271 — 3rd Generation (The model number is printed at the bottom of the back, underneath the clip).  A1204 — 2nd Generation (The model number is printed on the edge that is covered by the tip of the clip).  A1112 — 1st Generation (The model number is printed on the back on the iPod, at the bottom).

TL;DR in Russian:

Обратите внимание на форм-фактор. Узнайте номер модели.


iTunes Match stores all of your downloaded songs in iCloud, allowing you to re-downloaded past purchases; if those past purchases were protected, re-downloading them will convert them to unprotected audio. If you don't have iTunes Match, you can sign up for it by doing the following:  Open iTunes. Click the Store tab. Click the iTunes Match link on the right side. Click the blue Subscribe button. Enter your Apple ID information. Enter payment information if prompted. iTunes Match costs $24.99 per year. Click Subscribe Its app icon resembles a multicolored musical note on a white background.  If you already opened iTunes to purchase an iTunes Match subscription, skip this step. You may be prompted to update iTunes. If so, click Download iTunes in the prompt window, then allow iTunes to update. You will have to restart your computer before proceeding. Click the Account menu item that's in the upper-left side of the iTunes window (Windows) or the screen (Mac), then click Sign In... in the drop-down menu and enter your Apple ID email address and password.  If you see your name at the top of this drop-down menu, skip this step. If you see someone else's name at the top of the drop-down menu, first click Sign Out, then re-open the Account menu to sign in with your credentials. This might be an individual song (or a group thereof), or an entire album. Make sure that this is music that you purchased from Apple. Protected music that wasn't purchased through Apple cannot be converted using this method. Select the music that you want to delete, then press Del (Windows) or click File and click Delete from Library there (Mac). You may be prompted to confirm this decision. If the protected music file is on your computer, you may see a prompt asking whether or not you want to keep the music file or move it to the Recycle Bin (Windows) or Trash (Mac) as well. It's best to delete the file to avoid confusion later. It's a tab near the top of the iTunes window. Doing so will open the iTunes Store tab. If iTunes won't connect to...

TL;DR in Russian:

Купите подписку на сервис iTunes Match. Откройте iTunes. Авторизуйтесь в iTunes. Найдите музыку, которую нужно преобразовать. Удалите музыку. Нажмите Магазин (Windows) или Магазин iTunes  (Mac). Щелкните по ссылке Покупки. Нажмите Нет в моей медиатеки. Найдите музыку. Щелкните по значку «Загрузить». Конвертируйте незащищенный аудиофайл в формат MP3.


iTunes Match, a subscription that stores all of your music in iCloud and allows you to re-download deleted songs, costs $24.99 per year.  Open iTunes. Click the Store tab. Click the iTunes Match link on the right side. Click the blue Subscribe button. Enter your Apple ID information. Enter payment information if prompted. Click Subscribe If you didn't already open iTunes to sign up for an iTunes Match subscription, open it now. Click Account in the upper-left side of the iTunes window (Windows) or the screen (Mac), then look for your account name in the drop-down menu. If it isn't there, click Sign In... in the drop-down menu and enter your Apple ID credentials. In order to "convert" music from protected audio to MP3, you'll first need to delete the protected audio from your iTunes library. Keep in mind that this must be music that you purchased from iTunes. Click the song or album to select it, then press Del (Windows) or click Edit and then click Move to Trash (Mac). This will remove the protected audio file from your iTunes library. You'll find this on the right side of the window. If you purchased the song or album from iTunes, you should find it on this page. You can click the Not in My Library tab at the top of the window to show only purchased music that isn't in your iTunes library. You should see this cloud-shaped icon near the song or album; clicking it will prompt the unprotected version of the song or album to download onto your computer.

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Убедитесь, что у вас есть подписка на iTunes Match. Запустите iTunes. Убедитесь, что вы авторизовались. Найдите песню или альбом, которые вы хотите преобразовать. Удалите песню или альбом. Щелкните по ссылке Покупки. Найдите песню или альбом, которые вы удалили. Щелкните по значку «Скачать».


iTunes arranges the songs in your playlists alphabetically by default. If you'd rather round up songs by a certain artist or album, click the Artist or Album by Artist tabs. Holding down the appropriate button lets you select more than one song at once. When you need to scroll through the list to select a song further up or down the list, release the key, scroll, then hold the key again before clicking the song. Again, this does not permanently delete files from your computer. You can add the songs to other playlists at any time.

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Нажмите на список воспроизведения, чтобы отобразить его содержимое. Удерживая нажатой клавишу Ctrl на ПК или ⌘ Command на Mac, щелкните по песням, которые хотите удалить. Удалите песни, нажав клавишу Delete.


iTunes provides an extensive list of context commands that let you duplicate, back up, and restore your playlists. You can find some of those commands by right-clicking a playlist. The rest are contained in the File menu. Exporting your playlist creates a text listing of all the songs in the playlist, rather than a backup of the songs themselves. Think of exporting playlists like taking inventory of your kitchen pantry: you're writing down what you have in the pantry, not moving the actual items. Remember where you saved your exported playlist. You'll need the file if/when you decide to restore the playlist. Point iTunes to the location of the exported playlist. Select the playlist, then click Open or press the Enter key. iTunes restores your playlist exactly as it was when you created the backup copy. If songs on the playlist are no longer stored on your computer, you'll need to download them again in order for them to play.

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Выберите список воспроизведения, который хотите сохранить. Создайте резервную копию списка воспроизведения, нажав Файл → Медиатека → Экспортировать плейлист. Чтобы восстановить плейлист, выберите Файл→ Медиатека → Импортировать плейлист.