INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Pull the leaves off the stalk, and be sure to leave the stems. This will make them easier to handle, and you can always trim the stems off at the end. Rinse the mint leaves in cool water and gently pat them dry with a paper towel. If you are planning on using these leaves to decorate a cake, choose ones that look nice. Don't use any bruised or torn leaves. You can do this using a fork or a small whisk. If you are worried about Salmonella, use pasteurized egg whites or dried egg whites instead. If you are going to use powdered egg whites, mix them with about 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of water first. Make sure that both sides are evenly coated, or the sugar won't stick. If the mixture is too runny after you have brushed it on, wait 1 minute before proceeding. This will allow the egg white to solidify a little. You can do this simply by tossing them in a bowl of sugar, or holding them by the stems and sprinkling sugar over them. You can also spread them out, cover them with sugar, flip them over, and cover them with more sugar. Make sure that the leaves are not touching or overlapping, or they will stick together when they dry. Once the leaves are dry, you can store them in an airtight container or use them as a garnish. You can eat them as a treat, or use them to garnish drinks, pastries, cakes, or even ice cream.

SUMMARY: Prepare the mint leaves. Beat the egg white in a small bowl until it turns frothy. Brush the egg white mixture onto the mint leaves as thinly as possible. Coat both sides of the mint leaves with sugar. Transfer the leaves onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Wait 24 hours for the leaves to dry, and don't cover the leaves while they are drying. Use the leaves.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This will take about 30 minutes, depending on the size you have cut the vegetables. It's good to keep an eye on the pot since your soup will taste better if the vegetables aren't over-cooked. Add more water or broth, 1 cup at a time, if the soup gets too thick.
Summary: Place the pickling spice in a cheesecloth or spice ball. Place the vegetables, salt, garlic powder, pickling spice, tomatoes and water in a large soup pot. Bring the pot to a boil at high heat. Turn down the heat to simmer the soup and continue cooking until the vegetables are barely tender. Add the macaroni to the pot. Simmer the soup, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender, about 30 minutes. Remove the pickling spice before serving.

. Since viruses can quickly render a computer inoperable, backing up your computer's files to an external hard drive is recommended. Viruses are designed to spread, and it is irresponsible to test viruses on a computer that is not isolated from the internet at large. Ensure that your test environment is contained so that the viruses you are testing cannot spread to computers that you don't want infected. You'll also want to make sure that your computer doesn't have any sensitive information (e.g., credit card numbers, social security identification, payment records, etc.) on it just in case your virus is able to copy the contents of your hard drive. Make sure that the computer or computers you are testing on are not connected to the Internet when you open an infected file. For greater security, test viruses using a virtual machine on a physical computer that is not connected to the internet. Infecting your own computer can jeopardize your data and personal information, and if your computer is connected to the internet or other computers on a network, you run the risk of infecting others. Intentionally infecting someone's computer with a virus is illegal in most countries. If you are trying to test your antivirus software, it is strongly recommended that you use the test file in the previous method. Most routers contain hardware firewalls that can help protect your computer. For maximum vulnerability, you should connect your modem directly to your computer via an Ethernet cable, which will bypass the router's security. . The Firewall service acts as a built-in threat deterrent, so disabling it will allow unauthorized programs to access your computer. In some cases, disabling your computer's Firewall will also allow unauthorized users to gain access to your network. Most antivirus programs do an admirable job of catching the majority of viruses, so you'll want to disable or remove your antivirus software completely before trying to infect the computer. There are a variety of communities online dedicated to testing internet security, and you may be able to find links to known viruses in the community discussions. One of the most popular internet security (NetSec) communities is the NetSec subreddit. You can find a variety of discussions and links to sites containing specific viruses. One of the most popular ways for viruses to be spread is through pirated media and software. Look for "cracks" or "serials" for popular programs that require a file to be run. These files often contain viruses that execute when your run the crack program. Torrents are a very popular way to share these files. When browsing torrent sites, look for torrents with low ratings and comments from other users warning about viruses. These are the ones you want. P2P sharing programs are another popular way to spread viruses. Programs like Kazaa and Gnutella are some of the more popular options. Lots of websites, known as "warez" sites, will offer "free" downloads for virtually any program. These are almost always infected with viruses and adware, and the program itself rarely works. Many advertisementsespecially ones about enhancement-based drugs or servicesredirect to shady sites which house viruses. Open your email's Spam or Junk folder, then open an email from an unknown sender and look for a download button or link. Sometimes simply opening a spam email will be enough to contract a virus. For some spam emails, you'll have to click a link in the email to prompt a virus file to download. Screensavers are traditionally some of the most infected files around, especially when downloaded from untrustworthy sources (e.g., torrenting websites). This method will typically only work for Windows computers, as the screensaver (.scr) files will usually only be executable on a Windows computer. when your test is complete. In extreme cases, you may have to erase your computer's hard drive and reinstall the operating system to wipe out all traces of the virus.
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One-sentence summary -- Back up your computer Ensure that your computer is in a secure environment. Understand the risks and legality. Connect your computer directly to the internet. Disable your computer's Firewall Disable or uninstall your antivirus. Visit internet security communities. Download files with known viruses. Click on shady banners and advertisements. Download attachments from spam emails. Download screensaver files. Get rid of the virus

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: In most cases, the most damaged part of the hair is the ends. By getting your hair cut every six to eight weeks, you'll removed the dry, brittle ends so your hair looks healthier overall. You don't have to cut all of the damaged sections of your hair out at once. By getting a small trim every six weeks, you'll slowly remove the dry, split ends, and over time, your hair will become healthier. Damaged hair is prone to tangles and knots, but working them out with a brush can snag your hair and cause breakage. A wide-tooth comb is a better option for damaged hair because it's gentler and less likely to pull or tug at it. Your hair is most fragile when it's wet, so it's especially important to only use a wide-tooth comb on your hair right after you've washed your hair. Damaged hair often looks dry and dull. Adding hair oil to your locks can help hydrate them and boost the shine, so your hair looks healthier. You can apply an oil all over your hair when it's wet, or just work it through the ends when your hair is dry. The best hair oils for damaged hair are argan oil, marula oil, avocado oil, and coconut oil.

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Get regular haircuts. Use a wide tooth comb. Moisturize your hair with oil.