Problem: Article: If you were unable to make it to a casting call, you can apply online by sending photos in for consideration. Playboy requires that you send in one headshot and four to six full-length nude photos. These photos don't have to be taken by a professional, but they should be in-focus (no blurry shots ladies!). Half of the shots should be of your frontside, and half of your backside. Make copies of your photos because your photos will not be returned after the application process, whether you get hired or not. The Playboy application requires you to send in a scanned copy of your photo ID proving that you are 18 years of age or old. This is really important because your application won't be accepted without proof of your age (no matter how sexy or well-shot your photos are). You will need all of the normal information (including full name, address, date of birth, and whether or not you are a United States citizen). You will also need physical information. This info includes your present height, weight, bust size, waist size, hip size, hair color, eye color, and ethnic background. If you are enrolled in college, you will also need to write down your major and school activities, as well as your college's name and location. You also have the option to post links to any online presence you might have, including your website, Facebook page, or Twitter ID. When you apply for a model position as a Playmate at Playboy, your application automatically gets sent to other modeling sectors of Playboy. Even if you don't get hired as a Playmate, your application will get reviewed by other sections of the Playboy business, so you still have the potential to be hired as a model. These other modeling opportunities include Cyber Girls, Playboy Special Editions, Playboy Golf, and others. The application can be found here. As stated above, you will need to fill out all of the information, upload your ID proving you are 18 or older, and upload your photos. You will also be required to write your digital signature and check the 'I agree' box stating that you acknowledge the rules and swear everything you wrote down on the application is true. You should hear back from Playboy within four to six weeks. If you have not heard from them around six weeks, it means there isn't a Playmate opening at this time. However, if you do get selected, you will be flown (all expenses paid) to meet with a Playboy photographer for a photo shoot.
Summary: Take photos for submission. Make a copy of your ID. Have all of your information ready before you apply. Know that there are other modeling opportunities aside from Playmate. Fill out the online application. Know what will happen if you are chosen.

Problem: Article: This is a free, ad-free program that will convert your video files into different formats. It is available for Windows and Mac. You can download it from macroplant.com/adapter/. After downloading the installer, run it to install Adapter. You can leave the settings at their defaults. Make sure to keep the "FFmpeg" installation option enabled, as this is required for converting videos. You'll find it in your Start menu (Windows) or in your Applications folder (Mac). It may have started automatically after installation finished. This will add it to the conversion queue. You can also click the "Browse" button in Adapter and navigate to the file. Sometimes Adapter may say "Error" when adding a file. Just right-click the file and select "Remove" and then try adding it again. This will usually fix the problem. This will let you choose different formats to convert to. Alternatively, if you're converting the file for a specific device, you can select it from the Video menu instead. After selecting Custom MP4, you'll see several options appear in the right frame of the window. The "Quality" dropdown menu in the "Resolution" section can be changed to "Very High (Lossless)" to preserve the original video quality. The time this takes will vary depending on the size of the original video. By default, the new file will be located in the same folder with the same file name and the new MP4 extension. The original file will not be altered.
Summary: Download and install Adapter from Macroplant. Launch Adapter after installing it. Drag your MOV file into the Adapter window. Click the drop-down menu at the bottom of the Adapter window. Select "Video" "General" "Custom MP4." Select your quality settings (optional). Click "Convert" to convert the MOV file to MP4.

Problem: Article: If you see a black spider in or near your home that has a bright red hourglass marking on its abdomen, you've spotted a Black Widow spider. These are extremely dangerous and are potentially fatally venomous. Be extra careful around the outside of your home if you live in a temperate climate and have woodpiles; Black Widows are most frequently found there. If you see a long-legged brown spider that has a violin shape on its head, then you've most likely come across a Brown Recluse spider. These are very dangerous spiders who have an extremely venomous bite. Brown Recluses like to lurk in dimly lit areas such as clothing, so be wary when you're putting on old socks or shoes. Mouse spiders can get up to 1-1 inches in length. You might be dealing with a female if you notice big fangs and a big, stocky build and you might be dealing with a male if you notice a slimmer version with a bright red head. They are venomous and have an especially painful bite. Wolf spiders have what looks similar to a map of the United Kingdom on their back, except brown or grey in color. Although they aren't as aggressive as other dangerous spiders, their bites are still venomous. Don't squish this type of spider because the females carry their young on their backs. Keep an eye out for Wolf spiders in your garden. Black House spiders are usually either a dark brown or black color, appear velvety, and like dry, secluded areas. Be cautious around windowsills and in sheds, because they're often found there. Their venomous bites can make you nauseous and give you a headache. If you see a chevron-patterned spider in your basement, it might be a Hobo spider. The females are a little rounder and the males have two palpi that look like boxing gloves. These spiders have initially painless bites, but make sure to take action quickly if you think you've been bitten by one. A day after the bite, your skin may blister and you may get a bad headache.
Summary:
Spot Black Widows by their red hourglass mark. Look out for Brown Recluses' violin-like mark. Identify Mouse spiders by their large size. Look for a union jack impression on a Wolf spider's back. Identify Black House spiders by their velvet-like texture. Spot Hobo spiders by their chevron pattern.