INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you're using a USB webcam (e.g., one that isn't built into your computer), read the manual or look up the model number to make sure that it's still compatible with your computer. If you recently updated your operating system (for example, from Windows 7 to Windows 10), your webcam might not work with your version of Windows at all. If your webcam does prove to be incompatible, you'll need a new webcam that is compatible. Don't toss your old one away, thoughthere's always a possibility that Windows will update to include support for it. It seems obvious, but sometimes USB or built-in webcams can get smudged or have their light level detector covered by dust. Giving your webcam a quick inspectionand a wipe-down with a damp cloth, if necessarycan make a huge difference. Having too many USB connections plugged into your computer at once can cause your webcam (or other USB items) to malfunction. Leave your webcam plugged in if it's a USB rather than a built-in camera. If your webcam is meant to be plugged into a USB 3.0 slot and you have it plugged into a USB 2.0 slot, you may see a black screen instead of the video output that you expect. Skip this step if your webcam is built into your computer. In some cases, your webcam program's settings will be reset or skewed after updating your operating system. Open your webcam's program (this will vary based on the webcam that you're using) and find the Preferences or Settings section, then adjust the video and display settings to see if your webcam's picture changes. This will prevent your computer from loading non-essential programs automatically, which will give you an idea of whether or not programs on your computer are interfering with your webcam: If you open your webcam in Safe Mode and it displays a black screen, the problem isn't another program on your computer. Proceed with updating the webcam's software. If you open your webcam in Safe Mode and it works, a startup program is interfering with your webcam. Try disabling startup programs such as antivirus suites and social tools like Slack or Steam.

SUMMARY: Check your webcam's compatibility. Make sure your webcam isn't obstructed. Unplug any USB connections from your computer. Try plugging your webcam into a different USB port. Adjust your USB webcam's video settings. Restart your computer in Safe Mode.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Programs crash, and often at the worst time. Protect yourself from losing hours of work by saving your files regularly. If you are making changes to a file but don't want to overwrite the original, use the "Save as" function to create a copy with a new file name. Many programs have an autosave function that will automatically save your file after a set amount of time. This can save you in a pinch, but should not replace actively saving often. When you first save a new file, you will be asked to create a name for the file. Make sure that the file name allows you to easily recognize the file, and contains any important information such as the date or the author of the file. This will help you find what you need when you're searching for a specific file on your computer. When you save a file for the first time or use the "Save as" command to create a new copy, many programs will give you the ability to change the format of the file. This can usually be done by clicking the dropdown menu underneath the field for the file name. Checking for the file format is especially important when transferring files to someone who may not have the same version of the program that you do. Most operating systems will create a Documents folder that your saved files will be automatically placed in by default. While this can be good to have a general idea of where your files are, taking the time to create a system of folders can help keep you afloat in a sea of files. Use folders to sort by file type, project, date, or any other criteria you want. Most modern versions of Windows use Libraries, which allow you to keep files of the same general type in one area. These libraries are not actually locations but are instead collections of files from across multiple locations. You can cut down a lot of time if you learn the keyboard shortcuts for saving files, especially if you find yourself saving a lot. Pressing Ctrl+S ( Cmd+S on Mac) will save your file in most programs. Many programs have shortcuts for the "Save as" function as well. These shortcuts will vary from program to program. For example, F12 will open the "Save as" dialog in Word, while Shift+Ctrl+S will open it in Photoshop. To prevent data loss in the even of a computer failure, make sure that you backup your saved files often. This means copying the saved files from your Documents folders onto an external hard drive or uploading them to a cloud storage service. See this guide for more details on backing up files.
Summary: Save often. Name your saved files with useful names. Check the format when you save your file. Organize your save folders. Learn the keyboard shortcuts. Backup your files.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: To get that rich Kahlua flavor, you'll want a good-quality base. And it should be strong, too a weak coffee won't transport the flavors into the final product. Once brewed, prepare to use the coffee immediately. If you're not so great at brewing a decent pot of coffee (it is definitely harder than it looks), you may wish to have a coffee aficionado do this for you. It can make a world of difference. Once the pot has seen its final drips, transport it over to a large bowl. Then, add in 4 cups of granulated sugar and mix in until the little granules are all dissolved. Again, you could use brown sugar or raw sugar if you like. Just know that each little change will affect the flavor and it may or may not be to your liking. Once the sugar has dissolved and the coffee isn't warm anymore, add the vodka, stirring to combine. Some bartenders believe in a combination of vodka and rum, or even different types of vodka or different types of rum within the same recipe to give it a fuller flavor. If you have the end of a few bottles laying around, try combining them it may not hurt. Three 12 oz bottles will work well, but one large bottle works, too. Cut the vanilla bean into thirds and drop one piece into each bottle. After that, put the cap on. Your Kahlua is made. At this point, you could also add in a cinnamon stick, cocoa nibs (about a tablespoon), or orange peel, if you like. This will give it a more signature, dynamic flavor. The vanilla needs this much time to infuse and the flavors need to settle into the coffee to give it that rich, liqueur flavor. Once the time is up, strain it beforehand and then rebottle. The basement or cellar is good for this stuff, but a closed box in a dark room (or under the bed) will work just as well. Just make sure it has a label on it in case you forget what that mysterious dark bottle is in six months' time.

SUMMARY:
Brew a pot of strong, good quality coffee. Add 4 cups of sugar to the fresh, hot coffee and stir until dissolved. Add the vodka once the coffee mixture has cooled to room temperature. Add the vanilla and pour the mixture into bottles. Store in a cool, dry place for 2-3 weeks.