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In the U.S. there are a few circumstances where you can file a claim on abandoned, unclaimed, and currently owned land. Keep in mind that land that may have been physically abandoned is still legally owned in most cases. Check with your state’s abandoned...

Sharing wirelessly allows multiple users to access files without downloading them separately; e.g.: a shared music folder allowing more than one person to listen to the same files. This wikiHow will teach you how to share files wirelessly. To set up wirel...

Chemical weed killers are toxic to the environment and pose a risk to bees, other beneficial insects, wildlife, and even your pets and children if they play in the area you treat. As an alternative, you can make your own natural weed killer from common ho...

Textured paint is an alternative to traditional flat paint that can conceal dirt and flaws and create a unique design on your walls. Texturing paint can be achieved before the paint is applied as well as during the application process. In this article, we...

There is nothing worse than putting on your glasses and realizing that you still can't see clearly because the lenses are covered in scratches. If you have glasses with plastic lenses you may be able to fix small scratches quickly and affordably using com...

The tradition of wearing a chef’s hat while cooking emerges out of 19th century France, with many modern kitchens carrying on the practice worldwide. Though chef’s hats look distinguished and fancy, they are actually quite easy to make and require only a...

A great steak relies on several things going right in the cooking process. Proper seasoning, cooking, and resting time all factor into the end result. In contrast, cutting the beef is sometimes seen as an afterthought, but it affects more than the look. P...

Clams can be a healthy and enjoyable part of a meal. Cleaning clams removes sand, salt, or other grit and is also important for food safety. By removing damaged clams, soaking, and scrubbing, you can clean clams in preparation for cooking.

You'll usually want to rekey the locks to your house or car because of a break-in, theft or act of vandalism. You may also wish to rekey your locks if you lose your keys, if you feel that too many others have copies of your keys or if you want the conveni...

A comforter provides warmth and decoration for your bed. You can buy a comforter in a furniture store or department store, but you can also save money by making one. All the supplies needed to sew a comforter are available at fabric and crafts stores. Use...

Pearls are always an elegant accessory. But over the course of time, the line holding your pearls together will likely break at some point, causing your pearls to scatter. Or it might be the case that you've discovered an envelope full of the loose pearls...

Brake calipers control how tightly the brake pads secure around the wheel’s rotor so you come to a safe and controlled stop. Over time, calipers can rust or get locked in place which could make your brakes freeze up or squeal when you use them. When you w...

Sharing printers on a network used to be a nightmare, especially if the computers were all running different operating systems. Technology has progressed, however, and sharing a printer now is simpler than it has ever been. This is especially true if you...

Wellbutrin, or bupropion, is classified as an antidepressant and is usually used to treat depression—though, the drug is also used as a smoking cessation aid under the name Zyban. Since Wellbutrin affects brain chemistry, it should not be stopped without...

Grill pans provide a great way to mimic the experience of outdoor grilling. They’re especially useful for people who live in apartments. However, using a grill pan is different than cooking with regular stovetop pans. There are several things you need to...

Tropical fish are part of a delicate ecosystem that need consistent, careful, and attentive maintenance. There are certain factors that need to be taken into consideration not just with the fish you have, but also with the way that you take care of those...