Do your review within 24 hours after the lecture. By this time, you may have already forgotten 80% of the lecture material. Build upon what you have learned, instead of having to re-learn the material. Think of your in-class notes as your draft copy, and the revision as your edited copy. Create a new version of your notes. This will be helpful especially if your notes are sloppy, disorganized, or borderline illegible. Don't just copy down your notes as you originally wrote them. Make this part an active process of revision. Use the clues you picked up during the lecture regarding structure and key concepts to reorganize what you wrote down. Fill in weak spots with material from the textbook. When you are revisiting your notes, you should also spend time to highlight or underline important parts of the lecture. Use different colored highlighters or pens to color-code recurring concepts. Marked-up notes will be valuable when you begin to study for the test. These allow you to quickly and efficiently recall key parts of each lecture. If you have missed a class due to illness or another reason, you should be sure to get notes from a classmate. Talk with the instructor as well so that you understand the material. Don't rely on a notes-for-sale service. Most universities have a policy against using these types of notes. Remember, using purchased notes is not "active learning" that aids in understanding and retention. If you have a physical or other documented disability which makes note-taking difficult, discuss options with your professor and your institution's student services. Various options, including perhaps special lecture guides, note-taking assistance, permission to record lectures, or tutoring, will likely be available.
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One-sentence summary -- Review your notes as soon as possible. Revise, don't just re-write, your notes. Highlight important parts of the lecture. Get notes for missed classes.

Q: When cleaning your teak furniture, you should always start at the bottom and keep cleaning as you move up to the top of the furniture. This will help you avoid any streaks or irregularities caused by the cleaning solution or the cleaning process. Starting at the top may be tempting, as it is the most visible part of your teak furniture. But beginning here could damage your furniture, or make it become more unsightly. The best way to keep your teak furniture clean and looking great is to give it a quick wipe down with soap and water once every few weeks. This kind of maintenance will prevent discoloration and the buildup of grime and mildew. Simply apply some mild liquid soap to a sponge and wipe down the surface. You can also add a bit of bleach or vinegar to the soap to get it extra clean. Be sure to rinse the soap off thoroughly to avoid leaving any soap residue, as this could cause more buildup of grime over time. If you are cleaning your teak furniture outside, use a garden hose to rinse off the soap. If you are cleaning the teak furniture indoors, use a damp cloth to remove the soap residue. Be sure to frequently rinse the cloth out so that you don't keep reapplying the soapy water. Let the teak furniture air dry when you finish rinsing it off. The oil in the teak wood often leaks out, especially in the first few months after application, and can stain fabrics that it comes in contact with. If you have cushions on your teak furniture, you should consider storing them separately from the teak furniture itself. This will help your teak furniture look nicer for a longer period of time. This is especially important when it's raining, and right after you've oiled the teak wood. Pressure washing can be a great way to clean lots of surfaces, but your teak furniture shouldn't be one of them. It may seem like a simple solution, but it can wear down the surface of the teak wood over time and cause more damage. If cracks develop in the wood, shooting water into the cracks at high velocities will cause the wood to become deformed over time. Pressure washing can also remove any finish that might be protecting the teak wood, causing more damage in the long run.
A: Start from the bottom. Wipe down with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. Store cushions separately. Avoid pressure washing.

Article: You should never apply a cleaner before testing it. Some couches do not respond well to certain commercial cleaners. Apply your cleaner to a small patch of your couch that is not directly visible, such as a corner on the back of the couch. Wait a few hours and check the area. If you notice any discoloration or other damage, try a different cleaner. Commercial cleaners can often be very strong. Use gloves when handling the cleaners. Clean in a well ventilated area. Open the windows, for example, when cleaning a couch in your living room. A little cleaner goes a long and less cleaner will be less taxing on your couch. Only spritz on a light layer of cleaner. If stains do not come off the first time, you can always repeat the process. If you have a couch marked "X," it can be difficult to maintain. Calling in professional cleaners each time the couch gets dirty can be pricey. In the future, check the manufacturer's label before purchasing a couch and avoid buying couches with the "X" label.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Test any cleaner you use first. Take safety precautions. Use a small amount of your cleaner only. Check labels first before purchasing a couch in the future.

Article: New iPod Touches will come with a partial charge, which will be enough to get you up and running. If you purchased your iPod Touch from someone else instead of a store, you may need to charge it before you can use it. When you first power on the iPod, you will be greeted by the "Hello" screen. Swipe this screen from left to right to begin the setup process. If your iPod is secondhand and you want to start the setup process from the beginning, tap Settings General Reset, and then tap "Erase All Content and Settings". The next time the iPod Touch is turned on, the initial setup assistant will begin. The first settings you will need to choose are your language and location. Choose your primary language, as this is what the iPod's interface will be displayed. If you travel a lot, choose your home country as your location, as this is what your iTunes store is based on. You will be asked to connect to a wireless network during the setup process so that the iPod can connect to Apple's servers. You will be provided a list of available networks. Choose yours and enter in the password. If you can't connect to a wireless network, you will need to plug your iPod into a computer and continue the setup process through iTunes. After you connect to a wireless network, you will be given the option to restore your settings from an old backup or set up your iPod as a new device. If you are transferring your settings from another device, select whether the backup is located on your computer or on iCloud. If you don't have a previous backup, tap the "Set Up as New iPod" button. If you are restoring from an iCloud backup, it will be downloaded and installed automatically. If you are restoring from an iTunes backup, tap the button and then connect your iPod to your computer. Finish the backup restore process through the iTunes program. Your Apple ID is what you use to log in with all of your Apple devices. It gives you access to iCloud, and allows you to make purchases from the iTunes and App Stores. If you don't have an Apple ID yet, you can tap the button to create a new one. You can enable iCloud functionality for your iPod, which will allow you to backup your apps and settings to the cloud. This will allow you to restore your iPod quickly if something ever goes wrong. There are a variety of other benefits for using iCloud, including accessing documents stored in the cloud, re-downloading iTunes purchases, and using the iTunes Match service (if you signed up for it). Since iCloud is free, it is usually recommended that you enable it, even if you don't think you'll be using most of the features. Newer iPod Touches have Siri capability, which is the voice-command feature on iOS. You can choose whether or not you want to use it, but enabling it won't interfere with the normal functioning of the iPod.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Power it on. Start the Setup process. Choose your language and location. Connect to a wireless network. Decide between restoring an old backup or setting up the iPod as new. Log in with your Apple ID. Choose whether or not to use iCloud. Enable or disable Siri.