INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Put the teeth of the handsaw 12 feet (0.300.61m) above the tree's roots and move it back and forth to create a horizontal cut. Continue cutting through the tree until you've made it of the way through. This may be easier to do with a 2-handled saw and a helper. Hold the saw with 2 hands. Once the horizontal cut has been made, you can start hatchetting above the cut to create the notch. Use both hands and swing a hatchet above your head and down into the side of the tree at an angle. Continue cutting at the tree until you've made a defined notch, but don't go past of the tree's width. Go to the other side of the tree and repeat the pattern, but this time saw all the way through the tree to the notch. As you get closer to the notch, get ready to quickly walk away because the tree will fall. Quickly walk down the path that you cleared out before. If you did everything correctly, the tree will fall in the direction of the notch.

SUMMARY: Make a horizontal cut on the side you want the tree to fall on. Hatchet a 70-degree front cut above the horizontal cut. Saw through the tree on the opposite side of the notch. Walk out of the way of the tree as it falls.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Measure 4 teaspoons (15 g) of black peppercorns into a mortar. Use a pestle to crack the peppercorns until they're slightly crushed and aromatic. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can put the peppercorns in a seal able plastic bag. Hit the peppercorns in the bag with a rolling pin until they're slightly crushed. Place 2 1/2 tablespoons (35 g) of butter in a small saucepan and turn the heat to low. Stir 4 1/2 tablespoons (35 g) of flour into the melted butter. Keep stirring and cooking the roux mixture until the flour is absorbed. Stir and cook the roux over low heat for 2 minutes. The roux should become thick and pasty. Pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of brandy into the roux and stir it until the liquid is absorbed. The alcohol in the brandy will cook off. Measure 3/4 cup plus 4 teaspoons (200 ml) of milk and slowly pour it in while you whisk the mixture. Keep whisking to prevent the sauce from becoming lumpy. Once the sauce is smooth, stir in 1/3 cup plus 4 teaspoons (100 ml) of chicken or vegetable stock. Stir in the crushed black peppercorns. Taste the sauce and add as much salt as you like. You can serve the hot sauce over your favorite meal or continue to simmer it to make a very thick sauce or gravy. You can store the leftover peppercorn sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.

SUMMARY: Crush the black peppercorns. Melt the butter and stir in the flour. Cook the roux for 2 minutes. Stir in the brandy. Whisk in the milk. Stir in the chicken stock and peppercorns. Season and serve the sauce.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While it's fine to mention your family once and while, it is best to avoid going into too much detail about your personal life. Avoid discussing family issues with your coworkers. If you have a medical issue that could affect your job performance, talk to someone from your human resources department. Similarly, watch how you present yourself on social media. If you're friending people from work, you might want to hide certain posts from them, or better yet, don't post them at all. For instance, if you're going out on a drinking binge, don't post about it on social media. If your coworkers mention wanting to connect with you on social media, direct them to your LinkedIn page. However, remember, that once it's out there, it can be copied and shared by other people, so if you really don't want people to see it, don't post it. Every office has a different culture, including unspoken rules. Some are more relaxed, while others may be more rigid. Watch people closely to pick up on the unspoken rules. For instance, maybe one unspoken rule is that you need to use email if your question can wait a while. If you have piles of papers and coffee cups everywhere, you'll be viewed as unprofessional. However, you can add a few bits of personal charm; just keep it office appropriate. Pictures of your family are fine; pictures of half-naked men or women should stay at home. Pictures that are lewd or offensive are inappropriate for your work space. Keep them at home or only in your private, non-work spaces. The best way to sound professional is to keep the verbal tics out of your speech. One way to do that is to speak more slowly, taking time to think about what you're saying as you say it. If you aren't sure what verbal tics you use, try taking a recording of yourself when you're talking on the phone. You'll be able to notice it better when you play back than you normally do when you're speaking. Try to eliminate the "ums" and "likes."

SUMMARY: Keep your personal and professional life separate. Buy into the culture. Keep your office clean. Speak distinctly and thoughtfully.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Hypertext transfer protocol secure (HTTPS) is an encrypted website connection that your browser uses when you're accessing and viewing a web page. You can tell that the website you're viewing is using an HTTPS connection if you see "https:" at the beginning of the website's address in your web browser's address bar. Many websites use an HTTPS connection that will keep your PC safer from viruses and malware. To make sure your Gmail page is always using a secure HTTPS connection, click on the gear icon in the top-right corner. Scroll to the tab labeled "General." In the general menu, choose the option to always use an HTTPS connection. Your Gmail settings will be saved so anytime you use it, you'll be using an HTTPS connection. Your Gmail likely contains a lot of your important and personal information, so keep it secure with an HTTPS connection. To change your Facebook settings to use an HTTPS connection, click on the down arrow in the top right corner of your screen and select the "Account Settings" option. In the menu for your account settings, click on the option labeled "Security" to bring up the menu. In the "Secure Browsing" section, check the box labeled "Browse Facebook on a secure connection (https) when possible" to change the settings. Viruses and malware can breach your PC by using your Facebook account. If you use Google Chrome, Opera, or Firefox as your web browser, you can add an extension that will automatically request an encrypted connection whenever you visit a web page. If the page supports an HTTPS connection, then your browser will automatically use an encrypted connection. Download the extension to add it to your browser. Visit https://www.eff.org/https-everywhere to download the extension. If you sign into a public Wi-Fi connection or a connection that isn't yours, your PC can be breached by hackers, viruses, and malware. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts your information and keeps your PC secure so you can browse safely. You can subscribe to a popular VPN like Tunnel Bear, Cyber Ghost, or ProtonVPN. Many VPNs have a monthly fee in order for you to use their encryption services. Search online for free VPNs that you can use as well.

SUMMARY:
Use an HTTPS connection on websites to secure your PC. Select "Always use https" in Gmail. Set your Facebook to use an HTTPS connection. Install the HTTPS Everywhere extension for your browser. Protect your Wi-Fi connection with a VPN service.