Write an article based on this "Prioritize homework. Don't let technology be a distraction. Show up to school."
article: Get into the habit of starting your homework as soon as you get home. You'll not only earn the respect of your parents, but will have your nights free to do other things. If you have questions about an assignment, ask for help. Your parents will be happy that you're showing initiative. Understand homework policies. It's important to discuss with your parents any questions you have pertaining to their homework policy. Be able to answer questions about location, time, if friends can come over, etc. Here are some questions to get you started: Time: What time should homework be started and how late is too late to begin working on it? Are breaks allowed? Place: Where can homework be done and is the TV or music allowed to be on while doing homework? People: Can friends come over to do homework? So many of today's issues stem from technology. Whether it's being used too much or it's used inappropriately (which includes using it at inappropriate times, such as during school); technology can be the source of many problems and disappointments. Turn off your phone at school. Though it's already a rule at most schools, make sure your phone is off during the day. When it comes to social media; there are some significant obstacles for both parents and teenagers. While social media can be beneficial, it has also proven to have some horrible costs. Part of doing well in school is learning to get along with your peers. Using social media in a way, which negatively impacts another person at school is something you want to avoid. It should go without saying that showing up to school is the first step in doing well at school. Many schools already have strict policies in place to prevent students from skipping school, so make sure you're following the rules. Whether it's showing up on time or not leaving early, it's important to be present at school.

Write an article based on this "Schedule a curbside pickup with your city for an easy option. Take furniture to a drop-off location if your city doesn't offer pickups. Contact a company that disposes of bulk waste if your city can't help. Rent a dumpster if you're going to dispose of many pieces of furniture."
article: In most cities, the local government's trash-management department coordinates curbside pickups for oversized pieces of trash (including furniture) that do not fit in dumpsters. Contact the relevant city office, and ask when they can pick up your furniture. Then, set the furniture on the curb in front of your house or apartment. To find the best furniture-disposal method in your city, use the website: https://www.wayfair.com/furniture-disposal-guide. Input your location, and contact the organization that the website suggests. While curbside pickups are typically free, they're also infrequent. Cities may only facilitate curbside pickup as little as once per year. Most counties have a trash dump or landfill that accepts oversized pieces of trash, like furniture. Additionally, many charitable foundations and thrift stores also accept dropped-off furniture. Be aware, though, that you'll need to arrange transportation for the furniture yourself, as these drop-off locations do not pick up furniture. If you live in a rural area, this may be a better approach for disposing of furniture than a curbside pickup. To find a drop-off location, search online for "bulk trash drop-off in [your] county." Residents of the city or county in which the drop-off location is located can typically drop furniture off for free. These companies work like conventional trash-pickup organizations, except that they specialize in picking up large objects, including furniture. Be aware that these companies schedule pickups, so you'll need to work out a date and time when the workers can come by to pick up the furniture. Companies that dispose of bulk waste include Bagster and 1-800-Got-Junk. To find additional bulk waste disposal companies near you, search online for "bulk waste disposal near me." Based on the location of your residence, the pickup service can cost between $120 and $640 USD. If you're gutting a house or apartment building and know you'll have many pieces of furniture, you can rent your own dumpster. These are typically rented for a period of 1 week. Look around online to find a dumpster rental company. Depending on the size of the dumpster that you rent, and where you live, the rental can cost between $120 and $1,400 USD. You can fill the dumpster with as much furniture as you like, as long as it doesn't overflow the top. The dumpster rental company will pick up the dumpster once it's full, and dispose of the contents.

Write an article based on this "Obtain a laser lens. Concentrate the beam. Widen the beam when you are finished."
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A laser lens is needed to condense the light from a wide pattern to a thin beam. This concentrates the energy of your laser. This concentrated beam is what allows you to burn things with your laser. Glass lenses are better than plastic lenses, but they are more expensive. Adjust the lens to concentrate the beam when you are using the laser. This will make the beam powerful enough to burn through some materials and ignite matches or paper. Be very careful when using this laser. Do not point it at anyone or anything that does not belong to you. The laser is very dangerous when focused. It is a crime to point the laser at aircraft and/or motor vehicles. Adjust the beam so that the laser is spread out. This will make the laser less powerful when hitting any one spot. This is the safest way to store the laser in case it accidentally gets turned on. Keep in mind that the laser can still be dangerous, however. It should never be within reach of children.