How to Install Android Apps on the Nook

1. Tap the 'Menu' button on the Nook Color to bring up the Nook's main menu.

2. Tap the 'Apps' icon in the main menu to view the apps installed on the device.

3. Tap the 'Download More Nook Apps' button to launch the app store.

4. Tap the name of the application that you want to download to view a detailed description of that app.

5. Tap the price icon listed to the right of the app's name. Confirm that you want to download the application to begin the download and installation process. Your Barnes & Noble account is automatically charged the price of the app when you confirm the download.

How to Clear a Gmail Account Inbox on Android

1. Launch the Gmail application on your Android device.

2. Tap the check mark to the left of each message's subject. The check marks will turn green as you tap them and additional options will appear at the bottom of your screen. If you only want to delete a single message from your inbox, you can tap that message's subject to open the email instead.

3. Tap the 'Delete' button at the bottom of the screen.

Laptop Power

Dim the Screen

One of the biggest power drains for the laptop is lighting the screen. When you are using the laptop, lower the lighting level to conserve power. Different computers do this in different ways depending on who the manufacturer is, but most have a function key and increase and decrease brightness buttons. You can also shorten the time of idleness required before the screen turns off by editing the power options. A blank screen requires less energy than a lighted screen.

Turn Off Wireless Card

The wireless card in your laptop requires a large amount of power to search for and receive Internet signals. If you are not in an area that has a wireless signal or are not using the Internet, turn the wireless function of the computer off. You can do this by going to network settings and disabling the wireless adapter.

Use Standby and Hibernation

Standby mode turns off the monitor and hard drive and stores the open programs in the RAM memory. This reduces the amount of power needed and still allows you to resume whatever you were working on very quickly. You will want to save your work before going into standby mode because if power is lost, anything saved in the RAM memory will be lost as well. Hibernation saves all of the information to the hard drive and then turns off everything, conserving even more power than standby. The downside to hibernation is that it takes longer to resume than standby. To set your computer to go into either of these modes, either use the Start menu and select the mode you want to go into, or set your computer to enter one of these modes when you close the lid of your computer.

Limit CPU Usage

To conserve power, minimize the amount of programs and processes that are running on the computer. To maximize the battery life, do not run programs like DVD players or online games because these will drain the battery very quickly. You can also decrease the number of programs that are running by closing any programs in the task bar, located at the bottom right of the screen, that you are not using.

How to Sort Shortcuts on an Android

Sorting Home Screen Shortcuts

1. Navigate to the location on the Home screen where you want to add your first shortcut. Swipe your finger left or right on the screen to find the section, or 'extension,' where you want to start.

2. Press the 'Menu' button on your Android device. This button's icon varies across different devices; it may simply say 'menu,' or it may have an icon of several horizontal lines or four squares.

3. Tap 'Add,' then 'Shortcuts.' From here you can select from a list that includes apps, bookmarks, contacts and settings. You may have additional shortcuts available depending on the apps you've installed.

4. Move the shortcut around the screen to whatever location you prefer. Press and hold your finger on the shortcut until your Android device vibrates and the shortcut appears to 'lift' off of the home screen. You can now drag it around the screen wherever you want. Remove your finger from the screen when you find the location you prefer.

5. Continue adding and organizing your shortcuts on the Home screen until they're set up the way you want.

Sorting Shortcuts into Folders

6. Navigate to the location on the Home screen where you want to add a folder. Swipe your finger left or right on the screen to find the location you want to start.

7. Press the 'Menu' button on your Android device. This button's icon varies across different devices; it may simply say 'menu,' or it may have an icon of several horizontal lines or four squares.

8. Tap 'Add,' then 'Folders.' Tap the folder type you want. Most likely you'll want to use the 'New folder' option, though you may decide another pre-set option is better for you, like 'Facebook Phonebook' or Pandora's 'My Stations.' If you choose one of the pre-set folders, the folder will appear with its default contents and you'll have little or no further customization options available.

9. Press the 'Menu' button again and tap 'Add,' then 'Shortcuts.' From here, you can select from a list that includes apps, bookmarks, contacts and settings. You may have additional shortcuts available depending on the apps you've installed. The shortcut will appear on your Home screen.

10. Press and hold your finger on that app until your device vibrates; then drag it to the folder you created and remove your finger. The app will move inside the folder.

11. Continue adding shortcuts to the folder until it contains all the items you want.

12. Rename the folder as approproiate. Tap the folder to open it and press and hold your finger on the name of the folder near the top of the display. In a moment, a text box will appear, and you can type in whatever folder name you want. Then tap 'OK.'

How to Make Tabs in Android

1. Click the Windows 'Start' button and type 'eclipse' in the search text box. Press 'Enter' to open a list of Eclipse files. Double-click 'eclipse.exe' to open and start the Eclipse development software.

2. Eclipse opens to the most recently used project. Open the project you want to edit, then double-click the XML file for your Android app layout. Click 'Designer' to view the layout's visual design.

3. Click the 'XML Code' tab. Android uses XML to set up the layout and determine the tab's size and text. A Layout XML node is automatically created, but you must manually add all the tabs you need for the layout.

4. Add the tabs for the layout. The following code is an example of a tab layout with two tabs:

5. Save the new file and click the 'Run' button in the main Eclipse toolbar. The file runs on the computer in the Android emulator installed in the Eclipse environment. After the emulator runs, you see your Android app button. Click the button to review your tab layout.

How to Sync a Journal With Android

1. Tap the 'Market' icon on the Android home screen and search for 'Diary Mobile' in the apps directory. Tap the 'Free' button, then tap 'Install' to download the journal app and install it to your device.

2. Go back to the Android home screen, but this time, tap the 'Diary Mobile' icon. Tap the 'New User: Sign Up Here' button to create a free diary.com account. Or if you previously created an account, then enter the email address and password and tap the 'Login' button.

3. Tap the 'New Journal Post' button from the 'Dashboard' area. On the next screen, type a title for the entry. In the text field area labeled 'Post Something Private' type your journal entry. To save it, tap the 'Done' button on the upper right side.

4. Tap the 'Dashboard' icon on the bottom of the screen, then tap the 'Sync' button. All your journal entries are automatically synced between the Android device and diary.com.

ePSXe Guide

Plug-Ins and BIOS

To start using ePSXe, you need to download and install several plug-ins and the PlayStation BIOS; ePSXe requires one BIOS file, a video plug-in, a CDR plug-in and a sound plug-in. These files do not come with ePSXe, so you must locate them yourself. Look for the files on most emulator websites. Many websites offer all the required files in a single package. The ePSXe folder contains folders for the BIOS and for plug-ins. Once you locate the necessary files, extract each into the appropriate folder. If you do not do this, the plug-ins will not appear in the ePSXe setup menu.

Setting Up ePSXe

After installing the required plug-ins and BIOS, you must set up each plug-in before using ePSXe. To start setting up plug-ins, click on 'Config' at the top of the window and then click on the plug-in you want to configure. EPSXe lets you configure and customize the way the emulator handles audio, video and CD-ROM games. Most plug-ins are already configured, so all you need to do is select the desired plug-in to turn it on. You do not usually need to change the plug-in settings. One exception is the video plug-in; most video plug-ins let you choose between 'Fast' or 'Nice' performance. Select 'Fast' performance if you have an older or slow computer. Select 'Nice' performance for the highest-quality graphics and sound. EPSXe works with a keyboard or a game controller. Select 'Game Pad' from the Config menu to set up your controller or keyboard.

Playing Games

EPSXe allows you to load a game from CD-ROM, ISO or BIN file. Generally, it is faster to run a game from an ISO file because the computer does not have to read the data from a disc. To play a game from disc, insert the disc into your computer's CD-ROM drive and click 'Run CDROM.' If the game runs too slowly, consider ripping it to an ISO file. Use a free program, such as ImgBurn, to do this.If you downloaded an ISO game file, you usually need to extract it before use. Most ISOs come packaged in a RAR, ZIP or 7Z file. Use a program such as WinRAR or 7-Zip to extract them. EPSXe also supports the BIN file format, but this format is not as commonly used as ISO.When running a game, use the save states feature to save your progress at any time. Press 'F1' to save and 'F3' to load.

Problems and Solutions

If you experience video or audio problems with ePSXe, such as choppy frame rate or glitches, change your plug-in's settings. Using different plug-ins may also fix the problem.If your game runs too fast, you are most likely using the default or 'Fast' option of your video plug-in. Switch to the 'Nice' option to run the game at normal speed.Using save states can cause the game to freeze. If you use a save state and experience problems, load the game from an in-game memory card save instead. Cheat codes also sometimes cause freezing, so turn them off if necessary.For best results with ePSXe, ensure that you have the latest drivers for your computer's graphics card. Shut down all other programs while using ePSXe.

A Volleyball Player's Diet

Carbohydrates

For the volleyball player, carbohydrates are key to optimum performance. A high carb diet serves to supply the needed calories for both the anaerobic and aerobic energy needs of the player. Around 60 percent of the volleyball player's diet should come from carbohydrates such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain cereals, bread, pasta and rice.

Proteins

To provide additional energy and assist in muscle repair, about 15 to 20 percent of the volleyball athlete's diet should contain protein foods such as lean meats, turkey, chicken, fish, nonfat cheeses, dairy, egg whites and trail mixes.

Healthy Fats

To sustain weight at a competitive level, less than 30 percent of a volleyball player's diet should consist of foods containing healthy fats. Such foods include nut butters, fish oils, nuts, soy, avocados and salad dressings made of vegetable oil.

Fluid Intake

To supplement the diet as well as replenish fluids, volleyball players need to consume about two eight-ounce glasses of either a sports drink or water before a game or practice. During play, they should consume three eight-ounce glasses of water or a sports drink for every 15 minutes of play. After a game or practice, they need to consume, as they did before play, two eight-ounce glasses of water or a sports drink.

Nutrition on the Road

During away games, players need to stock the necessary foods to supply their energy requirements and maintain their electrolyte balance. Such foods include sports and breakfast bars, sports drinks, crackers, trail mixes, soups made with noodles or vegetables, cereals, fresh fruits and bagels.

Pre-Game Nutrition

Players should consume a meal prior to playing that is rich in carbohydrates, has a moderate amount of protein and is light in fat. Therefore, an example of a pre-game meal might include grilled chicken with pasta and salad or a lean piece of hamburger with salad and baked potato. For extra fuel, the player should drink a couple eight-ounce glasses of a sports drink or an eight-ounce glass of of water with half of an energy bar. Large meals (around 800 calories) should be consumed about four hours prior to play while smaller meals (around 600 calories) should be eaten about three hours before a game.

After-Game Nutrition

Just as important as the pre-game meal are the foods consumed after training or a game. That's because muscles can better replace carbohydrates in the muscles shortly after exercise. Therefore, consuming a meal containing foods with nutrient-dense carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables, rice, pasta, potatoes, breads or even pizza is helpful in maintaining optimum nutrition. Include proteins, such as lean meat, chicken and cheese and some healthy fats, such as avocados, nuts, soy or fish oil as well.

How to Tell if an Android Has Spyware

1. Open the application launcher on your Android device. Find the 'Market' icon and tap on it to open the Android Market.

2. Tap the magnifying glass icon to bring up the search box. Type in the search term for the application you want to use. Some vendors who offer security apps that can detect and remove spyware include Lookout, Norton, Webroot and NetQin. Press 'Enter' to search the Market.

3. Tap the listing for the security application, then tap the button under 'Install.' For free applications it will say 'Free,' and for paid apps it will show the price. Tap 'OK' to accept the permissions the application needs, and then it will begin to download. Once the download is complete, tap the 'Install' button and then press 'Open.'

4. Follow the instructions from the application manufacturer to scan your Android device for spyware and remove any infections.

How to Download Pictures From a Nikon Camera

1. Open the connector door on the side of your Nikon camera. This will typically be located on the left side of the camera. The door will be marked with the USB icon, which resembles a three-pointed arrow.

2. Insert the small end of the USB connector cable into the port on the camera. The cable will fit in only one orientation, so rotate the cable if it does not fit. Do not force the cable into the camera's port.

3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into your computer's USB port. Your computer will automatically recognize the camera and open a window asking what you would like to do with the media (photographs) on the camera.

4. Highlight the 'Copy pictures to a folder on my computer' option. It should be the first one in the list. Click the 'OK' button. Windows will prompt you for the location of your folder or allow you to create a new folder. After you have chosen the folder's name, click 'OK.'On Max OS X, the camera will mount like an external drive. Access the camera in Finder, highlight the image files you want to copy and drag them to a location on your computer.

5. Click the 'Safely Remove Hardware' icon in the system tray. Choose the 'Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device' option from the menu.On Mac OS X, click the 'Eject' button in the Finder window next to the camera icon.

How to Control iTunes From Android

Connect to the Local Wireless Network

1. Press the 'Home' button on your Android device. Press the 'Menu' button and then tap 'Settings.'

2. Tap 'Wireless & Networks,' then tap 'Wi-Fi Settings.'

3. Tap the local wireless network that your computer with iTunes uses and enter the security credentials, if required.

Enable iTunes Sharing

4. Launch iTunes on your computer. Click 'Edit' and select 'Preferences.'

5. Click the 'Sharing' tab and click the radio button beside 'Share entire library.'

6. Click 'OK' to close the 'Preferences' dialog.

Remote for iTunes

7. Tap the 'Market' icon on your Android home screen. Tap 'Search' and enter 'Remote for Android' as your query.

8. Select 'Remote for iTunes' from the search results. Tap the price and then tap 'OK' to install the app. The app costs $4.99 as of the time of publication.

9. Press the 'Home' button, then tap the app drawer icon. Tap the 'Remote for iTunes' icon.

10. Launch iTunes on your computer. Click 'Remote for iTunes' in the 'Devices' section of the left sidebar. This connects iTunes to your Android and broadcasts a four-digit code to the device.

11. Enter the four-digit code from the device into the appropriate text field in iTunes, then click 'OK.' This pairs your Android with iTunes.

12. Tap the 'Artists,' 'Albums,' 'Playlists,' or 'DJ' tabs to browse your music collection. Tap a song to begin playback. Use the multimedia controls to adjust the volume, pause the song or move backward or forward in the playlist.

TunesRemote

13. Tap the 'Market' icon on your Android home screen. Tap 'Search' and enter 'TunesRemote' as your query.

14. Select 'TunesRemote' from the search results. Tap 'Install' and tap 'OK.'

15. Press the 'Home' button and tap the app drawer icon. Tap the 'TunesRemote' icon.

16. Launch iTunes on your computer. Click 'TunesRemote' in the 'Devices' section of the sidebar. This connects iTunes to your Android and broadcast a four-digit code to the device.

17. Enter the four-digit code from the device into the appropriate text field in iTunes and click 'OK.' This will pair your Android with iTunes.

18. Tap the 'Artists,' 'Albums,' or 'Playlists' tabs to browse your music collection. Tap a song to begin playback. Use the multimedia controls to adjust the volume, pause the song or move backward or forward along the playlist.

iRemote

19. Tap the 'Market' icon on your Android home screen. Tap 'Search' and enter 'iRemote' as your query.

20. Select 'iRemote' from the search results. Tap 'Install,' then tap 'OK.'

21. Press the 'Home' button and then tap the app drawer icon. Tap the 'iRemote' icon.

22. Launch iTunes on your computer. Click 'iRemote' in the 'Devices' section of the sidebar. This connects iTunes to your Android and broadcasts a four-digit code to the device.

23. Enter the four-digit code from the device into the appropriate text field in iTunes and then click 'OK.' This pairs your Android with iTunes.

24. Tap the 'Artists,' 'Albums,' 'Playlists,' or 'Search' tabs to browse your music collection.

25. Tap a song to begin playback. Use the multimedia controls to adjust the volume, pause the song or move backward or forward along the playlist.

How to Convert JPEG Images into a Flipping Book

1. Find a flip book conversion service or program that allows you to convert JPEGs. Page-flip.com is one such service.

2. Gather all of your JPEGs into one folder and name each one by page (page1.jpeg, page2.jpeg and so on).

3. Open the flip book software and navigate to the folder that holds all of your JPEGs. This will tell the software where to pull the image files from.

4. Click 'Convert.' The software will change the JPEGs into flash SWF files and then group them into one flipping book. Upload the files to your web server according to the instructions. If you use online software, the provider might just keep the files on its own server and simply give you an HTML link to your flip book.

How to Make VLC Work in Android

1. Tap the 'Android Market' icon on the home screen of your Android device.

2. Tap the 'Search' icon.

3. Enter 'VLC Direct' in the search bar.

4. Tap the 'Install' button and then tap the 'Confirm' button. The VLC Direct application will install to the home screen of your Android device.

5. Double-click the VLC icon on your computer.

6. Click the 'View' option from the VLC main toolbar menu. Select the 'Add Interface' option and select 'Web Interface.'

7. Tap the 'VLC Direct' icon on the home screen of your Android device.

8. Tap the 'Menu' option and select 'Settings.'

9. Tap the 'Automatic Connection Wizard' option.

10. Tap 'Start.' The VLC Direct application will connect to your computer's VLC application. You can now use your Android's VLC Direct application to control and view media files on your computer.

How to Un

1. Touch the 'Menu' button and tap 'Settings.' Touch 'Accounts & Sync.'

2. Tap your default Gmail account. The account will have a green 'Sync' icon next to it if you have it configured to sync with Google.

3. Tap the check boxes next to 'Sync Contacts,' 'Sync Gmail' and 'Sync Calendar' to remove the green checks from each. Touch the 'Back' button to return to the 'Accounts & Sync' screen. Touch the 'Home' button to return to the home screen.

How to Delete a Market Cache on Android

1. Press the 'Menu' button on your Android, then tap the 'Settings' icon.

2. Tap 'Applications' in the list of options that opens, and tap 'Manage Applications.'

3. Scroll down to the entry for 'Market,' and tap it.

4. Tap the 'Clear Cache' button to delete the Market cache, then press the 'Home' button to return to the Android's home screen.

How to Install Android Apps from the Computer

Android Market

1. Visit the Android Market in your Web browser. Click 'Sign In' at the top-right corner to log in with the Google account that is associated with your phone.

2. Locate one or more applications that you want to install, and click the 'Install' button under the application icon on a list page or from the application description.

3. Choose your phone from the drop-down menu that appears, and click the green 'Install' button. The market will install the application to your phone. When you access your phone, you'll see an alert that a new application has been installed.

Third Party

4. Download the 'apk' file onto your computer from any application developer.

5. Connect your Android phone to your computer via the USB cable. (Choose store mode when prompted for connection type.)

6. Open your phone as a folder (from 'My Computer' on Windows). From within this folder, open your memory card's folder.

7. Copy and paste or drag and drop the 'apk' file from its current location on your computer to your phone's memory card folder. Disconnect your phone.

8. Open the file from its location on your memory card with a file manager program such as Astro File Manager or ES File Explorer. When you open the file, it will begin to install automatically.

How to Connect an iPad to Wi

1. Root your Android phone. This process is required before you will be able to create a Wi-Fi hotspot on your phone. It can be done in many different ways. One option is to download a program such as SuperOneClick to your computer. Then you will connect the Android to your computer with a USB cable. You then use the software to complete the rooting process on your phone.

2. Visit the Android Market by pressing the 'Android Market' icon on your phone. Locate the Barnacle WiFi Tether application by typing its name in the search box. Enter your account information and then download the app to your phone. The program itself is free to install. You also have the option of buying a widget for the program for $1.99 to help with the installation.

3. Open the Barnacle application and press the 'Settings' button to enter the Settings menu. Once in the Settings menu, press the 'SSID' option to name the network that you want to create.

4. Press the 'Wireless Security' selection and then press the button to enable WEP. Once you have done this, choose a password for your network. Click on the 'WAN' and 'LAN' options in the Settings menu. Delete anything in either text box. Once you have done this, click on the 'Back' arrow and select 'Start.'

5. Press the icon for an application on your iPad that uses the Internet, such as Safari. You will be prompted to choose a Wi-Fi network to use. Look at the list of available networks and then press the name of the one that you created. Then enter the password that you used earlier. Once you do this, the iPad will be connected to the wireless network created by your Android phone.

How to Root an Android 1.5 Phone

1. Download the rooting application from the Android phone you will be rooting. This application is called Z4root and is available in the Android Market. Press the 'Market' application on your Android homescreen and enter 'Z4root' in the search bar.

2. Press the 'Z4root' icon in the search results, then press 'Install' on the next window to install Z4root. Press the 'Home' button on the phone to return to the homescreen.

3. Press the 'App drawer' icon on the Android homescreen to see the list of all installed applications that are on the Android phone.

4. Press the 'Z4root' icon on the bottom of the list and Z4root will launch on the phone. Press the 'Root' button on the Z4root homescreen and wait as the application roots the Android 1.5 phone automatically. The phone will reboot. When it turns back on, the phone will be rooted.

Is There an Alternate F Chord for Baritone Ukulele?

F Major on a G-C-E-A Ukulele

The F major chord (or simply F) on a G-C-E-A ukulele is made by fretting the G string at the second fret and the E string at the first. The C and A strings are open.

F Major on a D-G-B-E Ukulele

On a D-G-B-E ukulele, the F chord is made by fretting the D string on the third fret, the G on the second, and the B and E strings on the first.

First Alternate on a D-G-B-E ukulele

F major can be played in other positions on the neck. Fretting the D string on the seventh fret, the G and E on the fifth, and the B on the sixth will also produce an F major.

First Alternate on a G-C-E-A Ukulele

A higher-voiced F major can be played by fretting the G and E strings on the fifth fret and the A on the eighth, leaving the C open.

Second Alternate on a D-G-B-E Ukulele

Fretting the D on the third fret, the G and E on the fifth, and the B on the sixth will create an F major, too.

How to Delete Amazon.com MP3s From an Android

1. Open the Amazon.com MP3 application on your Android smartphone.

2. Tap 'On-Device Music' to view the music you've downloaded to your device.

3. Scroll through the artist list, and tap on the artist whose MP3 you want to delete.

4. Tap the album the song appears on.

5. Press your finger down on the song title you want to delete, and hold it there for 2 seconds. A pop-up menu will appear. Tap 'Delete Song' to delete the Amazon.com MP3 from your phone.

How to Use an Android as a WiFi Hotspot

1. Open your Android device's Launcher and tap the 'Settings' icon.

2. Tap 'Wireless & networks' and then tap 'Portable hotspot.'

3. Check the 'Portable Wi-Fi hotspot' box to enable the portable hotspot feature.

4. Tap 'Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings' and then tap 'Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.' Enter a name for your Wi-Fi network in the 'Network SSID' field and enter a password in the 'Password' field if you want to secure your network.

How to Compile an Android Project on Windows

1. Click the Windows 'Start' button and type 'cmd' in the search text box. Press 'Enter' to open the MS-DOS command line.

2. Type the following code to add the Java compiler directory to the Windows environment variable:set JAVA_HOME=c:\java\

Replace the '

' with the directory that contains your Android development software.

3. Compile the application. Use the following statement to compile your program:ant debug file.javaReplace 'file.java' with your own Android development package file.

4. Run the compiled code. To check for any bugs, type the following statement to run the application in the Droid emulator:adb install file.apkReplace 'file.apk' with your own compiled application.

How to Unlock a Samsung Anycall

1. Search for Samsung Anycall phone codes on the Internet. Websites that would have such codes include Unlocking, Cell Unlocker and Unlock to Talk (see Resources). They provide you with codes based on your phone type.

2. Press the silver circle button in the middle of your phone. Navigate to 'Tools' or 'Settings.' Tap 'Unlock Phone.'

3. Input the security code. Enter the online code you found or the default code, '00000000.' Your cell phone should then unlock.

How to Set Up a Snesoid Evo

1. Open your file explorer application.

2. Navigate to the folder holding your snesoid.apk file. Tap the file and then tap 'Install.' Tap 'Install' again and then tap 'Open.'

3. Use SNesoid's built-in file manager to navigate to the folder holding your SNES ROM file. Tap the Zip file to open the game.

4. Press the 'Menu' button. Tap 'Input.' Tap 'Virtual Keypad Settings' and then adjust the settings for the on-screen D-pad as well as the 'A,' 'B,' 'X,' and 'Y' buttons, 'Start,' 'Select' and 'L' and 'R' (shoulder) buttons. You can change the size, transparency and location of the on-screen controls. You can also map buttons to the capacitive controls or volume buttons or lock the screen in any orientation. Experiment to find which settings work best for you.

5. Press the 'Back' button three times to return to the game. When you reach a point where you'd like to stop, press the 'Menu' button again and tap 'Save.' Tap 'Quick' to automatically load the save file the next time you start SNesoid or tap one of the three standard slots to save to a regular save file.

How to Handle the Boss Trying to Date You

Dealing With the Boss

1. Educate yourself on workplace romances in your organization. Before you can figure out how you should handle your boss, you need to educate yourself on any policies in your employee handbook or company guidelines related to fraternizing in the workplace. Try to determine if it is accepted or frowned upon.

2. If fraternizing is not frowned upon in your working environment, determine if you want to date your boss. If you are entertaining this idea, proceed with caution. According to CNN Money, an online business resource, if you and the boss have a bad breakup, the tension between the two of you could infect the rest of the workplace.

3. Tell your boss that you do not feel comfortable dating at the office. If you have no interest in dating your boss, you can let him down easy by just explaining that you do not partake in workplace romances. This kind of response should be accepted because employees often have rules about dating someone they work for.

4. Do not use the crush to your advantage. You should never try gain benefit as a result of a boss having a crush on you. Refrain from asking for special favors or treatment, and do not falsely lead your boss on to get ahead in the workplace.

5. If your boss continues to try to date you, after you have explained that you do not date anyone you work for, you need to sternly tell your boss that you are not interested. Your job description does not include unwanted advances and flirting, so if the behavior continues, you need to refer back to your employee handbook to read the organization's written sexual harassment policy. If you are unable to find anything in the employee handbook or company guidelines, visit your human resources department to either disclose the problem you are having with your boss or to seek more information concerning sexual harassment in the workplace. To read about the different types of sexual harassment, see Resources.

Android: What Is Sticky Broadcast?

Broadcasts

Broadcasts are announcements sent to Android apps. When the battery gets low or the screen turns off, for example, an announcement goes out to all applications. Your phone's operating system initiates most broadcasts, but individual apps may do it too. If an app receives data that's available to other applications, it will contact and inform them. For the announcement to reach the apps, it has to go first to a broadcast receiver, an application component that handles the messages, usually without notifying users what it's doing.

Intents

Because of the separation the Android imposes between its various apps, one app cannot directly contact another app's broadcast receiver. Instead, the app notifies the Android phone with an Intent. An Intent is a message to either activate an app or activate one of its components, such as the receiver. The Intent simply defines the message that's about to be broadcast – that the battery is low, for example, or to request access to a photograph on your phone.

Sticky Broadcasts

A normal broadcast reaches the receiver it's intended for, then terminates. A sticky broadcast remains in existence so that it can notify other apps if they need the same information – for example, that the battery is now fully charged. When you register a new app that needs to know the information, or an inactive app turns on, the sticky broadcast will communicate with the receiver. A later sticky broadcast with new information on the same topic will rewrite an earlier sticky broadcast.

Considerations

An app can only send out a sticky broadcast or remove one if its programming includes a permission authorizing stickies. The security on sticky broadcasts isn't as tight as on non-sticky messages. One of the good things about using an intent, sticky or not, is that while you can specify which apps you want to receive it, you don't have to. Your Android determines the right apps to receive your broadcast, based on the filtering built into each app by its programmer.

How to Program Apps for the Android

1. Download and install the Eclipse Integrated Development Environment from the Eclipse Foundation website (see link in Resources). All of the official Android development tools and resources are aimed at developing in Eclipse, so this is the ideal environment to use.

2. Download and install the latest Java Development Kit from the Java section on the Oracle website (see link in Resources), following the installation instructions on the site.

3. Download and install the Android Software Development Kit into the Eclipse IDE. This resource contains the tools for developing Android apps. Visit the Android SDK download page on the official Android Developers Guide website (see link in Resources) and select the correct version for your operating system. In Eclipse, install the Android Developer Tools plugin by choosing 'Select' and 'Install New Software,' then entering the following location in the Add Repository dialog box:https://dl-ssl.google.com/android/eclipse/Enter 'ADT Plugin' as the name and click 'OK' to install the tool.

4. Create a new project for each Android app you want to develop. Each time you create an Android project, you need to enter details of its application and package name, as well as which versions of the SDK you wish to target. You can create user-interface designs for your app user interfaces using the XML layout files within your projects. Create an Activity for each screen within your application, implementing your program logic in Java code.

5. Enter the application version details for your Android projects in their Manifest files. Here you can add an incremental version number and name each time you upgrade an app. You can test and run your Android apps on your own Android devices while you are developing them. Within Eclipse, you can also use the Android Virtual Device Manager to run your apps on devices with hardware and software specifications of your choice.

6. Sign your applications for release. To publish your apps on the Android Market, you need to sign them with a cryptographic key. You can use the Keytool utility to do this within Eclipse, using the ADT Export Wizard.

7. Sign up for a Developer Account (see Resources) to be allowed to release your apps through the Android Market. Log in and upload new and upgraded apps through your Developer Console.

How to Sync iCal Tasks With an Android

1. Open iCal on your computer. The icon for this app will be a calendar which displays the current date.

2. Press 'Command+,' to open up the Preferences menu.

3. Click the 'Accounts' tab. Press the '+' symbol on the bottom left-hand corner of the window to load an automated installation window.

4. Click the pulldown box labelled 'Account type' and select Google. This will display text entry boxes for your Google account's password and email address.

5. Input your password and email address into the corresponding fields. Press the 'Create' button to finish the installation process. By inputting your account credentials, your iCal and Android data will now be synced together.

My Auto

Verify Your Settings

First, ensure that your Android phone is set to auto-rotate when you change the orientation of your phone. Tap 'Settings' and then 'Display.' Verify that the 'Auto-rotate screen' option is checked. Next check the animation setting, as this setting can sometimes affect the auto-rotation of some websites and applications. Tap the 'Animation' drop-down arrow and select 'All animations.' If these options are set correctly, keep troubleshooting.

G-Sensor Calibration

Android phones need to be re-calibrated every so often to ensure that auto-rotate works correctly. Use the G-Sensor calibrate function for this. The G-Sensor is an accelerometer that measures the forces acting on it and allows for auto screen rotation and other device enhancements. To re-calibrate your Android phone, tap 'Settings' and then 'Display.' Tap 'G-Sensor calibration,' and place your phone on a flat, level surface like a table or counter top. Tap the 'Calibrate' button and wait for your phone to re-calibrate. Tap 'OK' when your screen reads 'Calibration complete.'

Memory Leak or Overload

Sometimes the auto-rotate function does not work if your phone is experiencing a memory leak or is running sluggishly. Close all unnecessary applications and Internet windows, and try to auto-rotate again. If that does not work, turn off your phone and turn it back on again to refresh the Android operating system. Removing and replacing the battery can also help.If the auto-rotate problem persists, clear your System Data cache. Tap 'Settings' and then 'Applications.' Tap 'Manage applications, and scroll down and select 'Market.' Tap the 'Clear cache' button. This should give your phone extra storage space and help its performance. Restart your phone after clearing the cache.

Your Phone's Case

If you use a phone case, take your phone out of its case and try the auto-rotate function. Some cases have magnets to keep them in place. These magnets can interfere with an Android phone's ability to auto-rotate. Purchase a replacement case without magnets, or remove the magnets and use Velcro dots instead to keep your case in place.

Factory Reboot

If you have tried all other options and the auto-rotate problem persists, you may need to take your phone to your wireless provider for a factory reboot, which will restore the phone's original settings and likely fix the auto-rotate problem. First back up all of your data, phone numbers and pictures either online or on your computer and synchronize your accounts--do not be afraid to ask a technician at the store for help--because all data is lost during a factory reboot.

How to Get Out of Download Mode in an Android

1. Finish flashing the new firmware. The process can take awhile, so wait for the phone to reboot itself.

2. Hold the 'Power' button down until the phone shuts down, then press the button again to restart the phone.

3. Pull the battery out of the phone, then reinsert it. Only do this as a last resort if the phone gets stuck.

How to Convert From iTunes to Android

1. Open iTunes and click the Edit menu in Windows or the iTunes menu in OS X. Click on 'Preferences.' In the General tab, click the Import Settings button.

2. Click the Import Settings arrow and select either 'AAC Encoder' or 'MP3 Encoder' from the list, depending on which file format you wish to use with your Android device. You may specifically configure the compression quality in the Settings menu if desired. Click 'OK' to continue. (see 2nd reference)

3. Close the Preferences window and navigate the iTunes Library to the audio files you wish to convert. Click to highlight them. Hold the Ctl key in Windows or the Command key in OS X to select multiple items (see 4th reference).

4. Click the Advanced menu and click on either 'Create MP3 version' or 'Create AAC version.' The available option will differ based on your format choice in the Preferences window.

5. Wait for iTunes to complete the conversion. You can monitor the current progress in the top pane or in the Converting playlist. Newly converted items will appear alongside the original versions in the iTunes Library.

6. Connect the Android device to the computer and tap the 'Turn on USB storage' option when it appears onscreen. Open the device's memory from the OS X desktop or the Windows 'Computer' Start Menu item.

7. Right-click on the converted files in iTunes. Click on 'Show in Windows Explorer' or 'Show in Finder' to open the files' location. Drag the files into the Music folder on the Android device's root directory to transfer the files. They will appear as playable items in the device's Music app.

Checklist for a Lab Audit

Chemical Storage

Chemicals must be stored in proper containers and separated accordingly. The audit checklist for chemical storage includes determining whether chemicals are stored away from sunlight or other heat, are labeled properly, are closed unless in use and are stored away from the floor. The laboratory audit checklist for chemicals should also note whether chemicals and food (if present) are stored separately. This portion of the checklist notes whether chemical storage containers are in good condition, if flammables are stored an appropriate distance from exits and if hazardous materials are stored in proper areas.

Facility Maintenance

The facility maintenance portion of the lab audit checklist notes whether entrances and exits are clearly marked and are free of obstruction. This part of the checklist may note whether a 'no food or drink' sign is posted. It notes whether a fire extinguisher is mounted and available and if emergency numbers are posted. Acknowledgment of a chemical plan is also revealed through the audit checklist.

Equipment

Laboratory equipment should maintain high performance standards to be used properly in the laboratory. The equipment portion of the checklist notes whether preventative maintenance on the checklist has been documented and whether service contracts are in place for major or heavy duty equipment. It may also describe an equipment backup plan in the case of major breakdown or other serious situations.

How to Play GBA on an Android

Downloading a GBA Emulator

1. Tap the Marketplace icon on the home screen of the phone to open the Android Marketplace.

2. Tap the search icon in the top right corner of the screen.

3. Type 'GBA emulator' into the search bar and tap the search icon. A list of emulators will appear. Some are free and others require a fee to download.

4. Tap the emulator you wish to download, then tap the Install button on the description page. Tap the OK button under Accept Permissions. The emulator will download and install to your phone.

Downloading and Transferring a ROM File

5. Open your Internet browser on your computer and visit a ROM download site, such as CoolRom.com, RomHustler.com or Rom-World.com. Search for the game that you wish to play and download that ROM file. Remember, only downloading games that you already own a physical copy of does not violate copyright laws.

6. Connect a USB cable from your phone to your computer and tap the USB Device on the phone to allow the transfer of files from your computer to your phone.

7. Open the location where the ROM file is saved on your computer. Then click the Start icon on your desktop and click Computer in the Start Menu to show a list of devices with removable storage attached to your computer. If you are using a Mac, simply click the hard drive icon. Your phone will be assigned a drive letter, since it is connected via a USB cable.

8. Drag the ROM file from its current location on your computer to the phone. Right-click the phone and click 'Eject.' Disconnect the phone from the computer.

Playing a Game on the GBA Emulator

9. Tap the arrow at the bottom of the screen on the phone to bring up a list of apps currently installed on the phone.

10. Scroll through the apps and tap the GBA emulator.

11. Tap the Menu button on your phone to bring up the GBA emulator options.

12. Tap the Open icon and tap the ROM file that you recently moved to your phone. The GBA emulator will open the file, and you can begin playing.

How to Add Android Marketplace to Velocity Cruz

1. Open the Web browser on the Velocity Cruz and navigate to AppBrain's ES File Explorer webpage (link in Resources). Tap on the green 'Install' button to install the app on your Cruz.

2. Open the Web browser on your computer and download the 'G Tablet.zip' file (link in Resources). Save the archive on your desktop. Right-click on the archive and select the 'Extract Here' option to extract the archive on your desktop. A folder named 'G Tablet' is created.

3. Connect the SD card reader to your computer. Insert the SD card in the card reader and Windows will see it as an external storage device. It will appear as a new drive.

4. Copy the 'G Tablet' folder from your desktop to the root of the SD card. Insert the SD card in the Velocity Cruz device and perform three factory resets.

5. Open the 'ES File Explorer' app and use it to navigate to the root of the SD card. Go to the 'G Tablet' folder and open the 'app' folder. Install the 'Onetimeinitializer.apk,' 'Setupwizard.apk,' 'Googleservicesframework.apk' and 'Vending.apk' apps in this exact order. Do not, under any circumstances, open the 'Vending' application after you install it.

6. Restart the Velocity Cruze. Select the 'Use by default for this action' option in the 'Complete Action Using' window and press on the 'Launcher' option.

7. Launch the Android Market app.

How to Get Free Ringtones for My Droid

Download Ringtones

1. Access the Android Market. Tap the 'Market' icon on your Home screen or from your Droid's 'Application' menu.

2. Type 'free ringtones' into the Android Market's search engine and scroll through the results. Check the descriptions and reviews to find a ringtone application that is to your liking.

3. Download the application by clicking the 'Download' button, and then reviewing the application's permissions and tapping the 'Accept and Download' button. Allow the application to install automatically onto your Droid after download.

4. Access the application through your 'Application' menu and tap to open it. Search for the ringtone you want and set it as your ringtone per the instructions in the individual app.

5. Uninstall the ringtone app if you cannot find any free ringtones you like and repeat Steps 1 through 4 to find another application to download.

Set Music as Ringtone

6. Open your Droid's music library.

7. Select your favorite song.

8. Press your 'Menu' key while the song is playing.

9. Tap 'Use as ringtone' to set that song as your Droid's ringtone.

How to Turn Off USB Debugging

1. Turn on your Android-based smart phone.

2. Press your phone's 'Menu' button.

3. Scroll over to 'Applications' and press your 'Enter' key. If you have a touch screen device, press the 'Applications' icon with your finger.

4. Scroll over to 'Development.' Click your 'Enter' key or tap the 'Development' icon.

5. Scroll down to 'USB Debugging.' Remove the check from the box beside it to disable USB debugging on your Android smart phone.

How to Get Around Firewall Android Phones

1. Open the Web browser on your Android phone, type “Android Market” in the search text box and tap the magnifying glass.

2. Enter your Gmail user account information and tap the “Login” button.

3. Type “SSH Tunnel” in the search text box to find and download the application and follow the onscreen instructions to install the software.

4. Repeat to download and install Mozilla Firefox and the Proxy Mobile add-on.

5. Open Firefox after it is installed, click 'Tools' and choose 'Add-ons.'

6. Type 'Proxy Mobile' into the search box to find and install Proxy Mobile.

7. Navigate to the menu page of the SSH Tunnel program that you previously installed on your phone from Android Market.

8. Under the “SSH Tunnel Settings” option type the Hostname, your username and password to build a SSH tunnel that will be hooked up with a local port.

9. Click inside the “Use SOCKS Proxy” check box and be sure to memorize the port number. Click inside the check box for “Tunnel Switch” to activate the SSH Tunnel.

10. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and tap on ”Add Ons” and the 'Options' button to open Proxy Mobile.

11. Set up 'Use Proxy' and enter '127.0.0.1' in the 'SOCKS' proxy text box. Then enter the port number that you previously used in the 'SOCKS' port text box.

12. Set up 'Use Proxy' and enter '127.0.0.1' in the 'SOCKS' proxy text box.

13. Enter the port number that you previously used in the 'SOCKS' port text box.

14. Type the URL address, “whatismyip.com” in the Firefox search box and tap the magnifying glass. After the Web page loads, you should see the IP address and location where the website thinks your device is.

How to Configure GPRS on a Sidekick

1. Press the 'Jump' button to open the main screen on the Sidekick.

2. Press the 'Menu' key to open the main menu.

3. Select 'Settings' and open 'Network Options.'

4. Open 'Change APN' and type the APN, username and password for your carrier. The settings for T-Mobile are hiptop.t-mobile.com for the APN, with a blank username and password.

5. Select 'Set APN' to change the settings.

How to Tell If You Have a Keylogger Installed

1. Check the connection between your keyboard and your computer. Hardware keyloggers will generally be attached to the end of the cord on your computer. It will usually be a small cylindrically shaped device that is grayish in color. If you find such an attachment you can simply remove it and it will no longer be able to record.

2. Scan your computer with an anti-spyware software. You can use a software such as Spybot Search and Destroy (see link under References below). Although not 100 percent effective against keyloggers, it will get rid of most forms of spyware and malware. Simply go to spybot.com and download and install the software. As of 2009 it is free. Once it is installed you will need to do a scan, which will take approximately 30 minutes. Once finished, it will return a list of possible threats and ask you if you want to quarantine them. Click 'Yes' if you want to remove them.

3. Use antivirus software to find your keylogger. Go to avast.com and download the combination antivirus/anti-spyware software. If you are using it for personal use, then you can download the home version for free. Once you've downloaded it, install it and do a “Complete System Scan.” If you have a keylogger, it should show up in either the antivirus or anti-spyware scans. Again, this isn't 100 percent effective against keyloggers.

4. Use the Anti-Keylogger program (see References). This is designed specifically to detect and remove keyloggers and is the most effective tool, it should be able to remove all but the latest of keyloggers. After downloading and installing the program it will automatically start when you boot up your computer and will look for any keyloggers that are on your machine. If any are detected, it will ask you if you want to remove them. There is a free trial available, but as of December 2009 the full version costs $59.95 for a one-user license.

Android Development Intro

Applications

Android applications are software programs that can run on the Android operating system. Most Android-powered devices are purchased with a selection of basic apps already installed. Users can then download any number of additional apps. The Android Market divides applications into a number of categories, including games, reference, business, entertainment, communication, media, shopping and productivity among many others. Developers can therefore design applications for a wide variety of functions.

Development Process

The Android development process results in the production of an APK file, which is an Android Package File. An APK file represents the final exported version of an app, which users can access through the Market. To create a functioning APK file, developers use the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment) in conjunction with the Android SDK (Software Development Kit) and ADT (Android Developer Tools) plugin. These tools allow developers to code, compile, test and finally export Android apps. Developers can see their apps running on virtual devices using the AVD (Android Virtual Device) Manager.

Technologies

Android applications can involve multiple technologies, but in most cases they are mainly built using Java and XML coding. The XML for an application can model data and visual items such as user interface designs. Android developers use XML to define the layouts users see when they launch an application. The Java code for an Android app defines the logic and processing within it. Using Java classes, developers can define each application element with properties and behavior delivering the app's functionality. Developers who are learning Android but are not already familiar with the Java language often have to educate themselves about basic aspects of the technology, including objects and inheritance.

Releasing

When a developer finishes building and testing an Android application and is ready to release it through the Android Market, they need to go through a series of steps. The Android Market requires applications to be signed and versioned according to specific guidelines. Developers therefore need to secure their APK files using an encryption process, using the same key for each version of an app. The application manifest file allows developers to indicate versions with incrementing version numbers for each release. Developers can decide whether to charge a fee for their apps or whether to release them for free. Some developers release both free and paid versions of their apps, with the free versions sometimes supported by advertising.

How to Unlock an Android Bootloader

1. Visit Android.com in your Web browser and download the latest version of the Android software development kit. Right-click on the downloaded ZIP archive and select 'Extract here.'

2. Download the Fastboot utility from AndroidCentral.com. Extract the file contained in the archive in the 'add-ons' folder that is inside the extracted Android SDK folder.

3. Turn off your device. Turn it on while pressing the keys that enable the bootloader mode. Those keys are specific to your device. If you do not know which keys to press to enable bootloader mode on your device, refer to its documentation.

4. Connect your Android device to a universal serial bus port on your computer.

5. Open the Windows Start menu. Type 'cmd' in the search field at the bottom of the menu and click on 'Command line prompt.' Using the command line prompt commands, navigate to the 'add-ons' folder inside the Android SDK directory. The 'cd' command allows you to change directories when using the command prompt. For example, to open a directory named 'android', type 'cd android'.

6. Enter 'fastboot oem unlock' in the command line prompt window and press the Enter key. Your device will now display a message warning you about the potential issues associated with unlocking the bootloader. Tap on 'Yes' if you wish to unlock the bootloader.

How to Troubleshoot a Bosch DVR4C

1. Press 'Menu' if changes to the settings need to be made or the video camera is not operating as expected. Press the right or left scroll keys to move through the menu and make changes as necessary.

2. Enter the administrator four-digit password if none of the keys on the unit will operate. Press 'Enter' to confirm.

3. Relay only relays '3' and '4' if using as remote software. Relay '1' and '2' are used for motion detection and input alarms and cannot be used for remote playback.

4. Select 'Menu' and then 'Delete' to choose the files for removal if the 'Disk Full' warning shows on the display. Note that the video system will stop recording if the disk reaches capacity and files are not downloaded or deleted.

5. Contact Bosch for additional information or assistance as needed.

How to: Mount System RW in Android

1. Turn on your phone and unlock the screen. Press the 'Home' button. Tap the application drawer. Tap 'Market.'

2. Press the 'Search' button. Enter 'Terminal' and tap 'Go.' Tap 'Android Terminal Emulator.' Tap 'Free,' and then 'OK.' Wait for the app to download and install.

3. Press the 'Home' button. Tap the application drawer. Tap 'Terminal Emulator.'

4. Hold down the 'Menu' button if you don't see the Android keyboard. Type 'su' and tap 'Enter.' If your Superuser app appears, tap 'Allow.'

5. Type the following text inside the quotation marks exactly: 'mount -o remount,rw -t yaffs2 /dev/block/mtdblock3 /system'. Tap 'Enter.' Your System folder is now set to read/write mode.

What Is the Codebreaker Cheat Code for the Mew Event on Pokemon FireRed?

About Mew

Mew made its first appearance in the 1996 games 'Pokemon Red' and 'Pokemon Blue.' Developers intended to make Mew an unobtainable, secret Pokemon, but a coding glitch allowed players to uncover and capture it. Mew's strong psychic abilities let it learn any attack or ability, making it an ideal choice for a well-rounded, balanced team. Mew can also fly, teleport and transform into any other Pokemon type to confuse its enemies.

The Mew Codebreaker Code

Mew is normally unobtainable in 'Pokemon FireRed,' but a short Codebreaker code allows you to capture the creature. Insert the Codebreaker device into your Game Boy Advance. Open the 'Pokemon FireRed' code entry menu. Type '000014D1 000A' on the first line and '1003DAE6 0007' on the second. On the third line, enter '83007CEE 0097.' This code causes Mew to appear in the wild. If you want to set Mew's level, type '33007CF0 00XX' on the fourth line. Replace 'XX' with the desired level, from 01 to 99. Activate the cheat code and start the game.

Catching Mew

When the game loads, go to the Pokemon Store and buy at least 20 Pokemon balls. Ultra balls work best for catching fast-moving Pokemon like Mew. Transfer one of your Pokemon to the PC if you want to put Mew in your party right away. Head to a grassy area and walk around. With the cheat code active, any wild Pokemon you encounter turns into Mew. Attack Mew until its health bar turns red, and then throw Pokemon balls at it. Repeat this process if you want to catch more Mews. When you finish, save your game and turn off the Codebreaker to deactivate the cheat.

Obtaining Mew via 'Pokemon Emerald'

It is possible to capture Mew in 'Pokemon Emerald' if you have the Old Sea Map item from a Nintendo event. Show your Old Sea Map to the S.S. Tidal captain, and he offers to take you to Faraway Island. Mew makes you chase it around the island before it battles you. After you capture Mew, you can transfer it to 'Pokemon FireRed.' To do this, talk to Celio on the Sevii Islands in 'FireRed.' Complete the quest he gives you to enable trading between games.

How to Run the Android Market on Coby Kyros

1. Tap 'Settings,' then 'Applications.' Select the check box next to 'Unknown Sources,' then tap 'Development.' Tap 'USB Debugging,' then select 'Enable.' Press the 'Home' button to return to the home screen.

2. Tap 'Settings,' then 'Wireless Networks.' Check the box next to 'WiFi.' Tap 'WiFi Settings.' Select your wireless Internet network from the list of available networks. Enter your security passphrase if prompted.

3. Insert your microSD card into a microSD card adapter, then connect the adapter to your computer. Click 'Open Folder to View Files' when prompted. A window will open.

4. Download Z4Root, a rooting application that will unlock your Kyros. Click and drag the downloaded file into the microSD card window you opened in the previous step. Disconnect the adapter from your computer, then insert the microSD card into your Kyros tablet.

5. Tap 'File Manager' on your tablet. Select 'SD Card.' Tap the Z4Root file to select it, then press 'Install.' Select 'Open' when finished. Tap 'Permanent Root.' The application will automatically root your device, then reboot the tablet when it is finished.

6. Connect the Kyros tablet to your computer via its USB data cable.

7. Insert the microSD into the adapter again, then plug the adapter into your computer.

8. Download 'Recovery.img,' an Android ROM, onto your computer. Copy the file onto the microSD card, then remove the card from your computer and plug it back into the tablet.

9. Reboot the tablet. The recovery image placed on the microSD card will be loaded. Press the 'Home' button on the tablet to scroll down and select 'Backup and Restore.'

10. Press the 'Menu' button to select the entry, then press 'Menu' again to select 'Backup.' On the next screen that appears, the entry 'Reboot System' should automatically be selected, otherwise use the 'Home' button to highlight it. Press 'Menu' to select the entry. The tablet will reboot once again and load the recovery image.

11. Remove the microSD card from the tablet, insert it back into the adapter and then plug the adapter into your computer. Download the GApps Passion File from MediaFire and copy it onto the microSD card, then plug the microSD card back into your tablet.

12. Reboot the Kyros tablet. The recovery image will load. Select 'Install ZIP,' then press the 'Menu' button. Select the 'GApps' zip file, then press 'Menu' to select the file. Press 'Menu' again to confirm the selection. Wait for the screen to say 'Install from SD Complete.'

13. Select the 'Back' button. Highlight 'Reboot,' then press 'Menu.' The tablet will reboot and the Google Android Market will be available.

How to Navigate to the Download Folder of the HTC EVO Android

1. Tap the 'Files' icon in the EVO's App Drawer.

2. Select 'SD Card' from the options provided.

3. Choose the 'Download' folder from the list to access its contents.

How to Flash Android ROM OSX

1. Download the ZIP file for the ROM you want to flash. Users have numerous options for ROMs, which can be found on third-party development sites such as XDA-Developers. Each ROM is developed for a specific phone, so no ROM exists that could work on every phone. Every ROM has custom features, but in general, look for ones that allow you to apply custom overlays or offer better processing performance.

2. Connect your phone to your computer with the USB cable.

3. Place the phone into 'Disk Mode' and copy the ZIP file onto the SD card.

4. Turn off your phone. Simultaneously hold down the 'Volume Down' and 'Power' buttons to boot the phone into HBOOT mode. A text menu that displays several prompts.

5. Use the volume rocker and select 'Recovery.' Press the trackball to enter recovery mode.

6. Select 'Install ZIP from SDcard' and press 'Choose ZIP from SDcard.' Your SD card's contents will be shown, including the ROM package that was transferred over earlier. Select this file. You'll be asked to confirm whether you want to install the file.

7. Confirm the ROM installation to cue up an installation progress bar. Once this bar disappears, your ROM will be ready. Restart the phone to end the installation process.

How to Run Android on a Samsung Focus

1. Turn on your Samsung Focus and connect it to your computer by using the USB data transfer cable that came with the phone.

2. Open your Web browser, navigate to sourceforge.net/projects/androidhtc/files/2010-02-20/ and click the 'haretinstall.zip' link to download the archive to your computer. Extract the haretinstall archive on your hard disk drive. A folder called 'andboot' containing the haret.exe, zImage, initrd.gz and default.txt files will be created.

3. Copy the entire andboot folder to the root of your Samsung's SD card. Verify if the haret.exe, zImage, initrd.gz and default.txt files are inside the andboot folder on the SD card. Android is unable to run without any of these files.

4. On your Web browser, navigate to filecrop.com/1.25-v32kernel.zip.html and click the '1.0-v32kernel.zip' link to download the Android operating system. Save the file to your hard disk and rename it as 'androidinstall.tar.' Copy androidinstall.tar to the andboot folder on the SD card.

5. Disconnect the Samsung Focus smartphone from your computer; use its file browser to navigate to the andboot folder on the SD card and run the HaRET executable.

6. Select option one to install the Android operating system. Select 'Yes' to wipe and install the system. Select 'Yes' to wipe and install the data. Note that this will not modify the Windows Mobile operating system and will not alter your NAND.

7. Select option nine to quit and restart the Samsung Focus. Your phone will run the Android operating system, but only until the next reboot. If you restart your phone, it will boot only the Windows Mobile operating system.

How to Remove Apps With a Rooted Phone

1. Tap the 'Menu' icon or key.

2. Tap 'Settings.'

3. Tap 'Applications.'

4. Tap 'Manage applications.'

5. Tap the app you want to remove.

6. Tap 'Uninstall.'

7. Tap 'OK' to confirm the uninstall.

8. Tap 'OK' when the uninstall is finished.

How to Install Apps From Web

1. Open a browser window and go to the Market page on android.com. Click 'Sign In' and enter your Google account username and password. Usually this is the Gmail address associated with your Android device and the password for that account.

2. Type a search term in the 'Search' box and press enter or click the 'Categories' tab and browse the applications in the Market.

3. Click an application to read the description and view screenshots of the app. The app page displays a green 'This App is Compatible With Your Phone' box if the application is compatible with your device and version of the Android operating system.

4. Click 'Install.' Select your device from the 'Send To' drop-down menu in the 'Checkout' window if you have multiple Android devices registered. Click 'Install.' Click 'OK.' The application will download and install on your device.

How to Mount an Android SD Card in Recovery

1. Open the application screen on your Android and touch 'ROM Manager.'

2. Touch 'Reboot into Recovery.' The Android device will reboot and load the Recovery menu.

3. Select 'Mounts and storage.' For most Android devices, you navigate through the menu options with the volume buttons. Select an option using the 'Power' button. Some devices use a different button. For example, on the Droid X you press the 'Camera' button to select options.

4. Select 'mount /sdcard' from the list.

5. Press the 'Back' button to return to the main recovery menu.

How to Root the HTC HD2

1. Make sure your battery is at least halfway charged.

2. Download and install Windows Mobile Device Center on your computer (see Resources for link). Connect your HD2 to your computer using the USB cable. When a connection has been established successfully, your Windows Mobile Device Center program says 'Connected.'

3. Download the HARDSPL file (see link in Resources).

4. Synchronize your phone with the Windows Mobile Device Center.

5. Run the HSPL2_1024_RUN.exe file that you downloaded in Step 3. Be sure to read all text carefully and click 'Next' when you are ready to begin. Your phone will now enter a tri-color screen mode. This is called the bootloader screen.

6. Select '2.8HSPL' and click 'Next.' This will flash to your phone. When you receive a notification that says 'We Hacked It,' you are done flashing your phone.

7. Click 'OK' to reboot your phone. At this point, your phone is rooted and you can decide if you want to flash a custom built ROM to it.

How to Sync an Android With Thunderbird

Sync Thunderbird and Gmail

1. Download gContactSync, an add-on for Thunderbird. Once you've downloaded it, launch Thunderbird, and then click 'Tools,' 'Addons,' and 'Install.'

2. Click the gContactSync file. Click 'Open,' then 'Install Now.' Restart Thunderbird.

3. Click 'Address Book' inside Thunderbird. Type in your Gmail user name and password, and then click 'OK.' A dialog box appears asking you to type in the name of your address book. Type in a name, and then click 'OK.' Your Gmail and Thunderbird contacts will be synced, meaning all of your Thunderbird contacts will appear in Gmail, and vice versa.

Sync Gmail and Android

4. Log in to Gmail on your Android device.

5. Tap 'Contacts' on your Android's main menu.

6. Tap 'Menu/Options,' then 'Accounts.'

7. Tap your Gmail account and tap 'Sync Contacts.' Your Gmail contacts are synced onto your Android.

How to Lose the Freshman 15 Pounds

1. Go to class. It is easy to sleep through your classes and only show up for mandatory exams. But getting the exercise from walking to class will help you burn those calories that you consume from late night study sessions.

2. Get some wheels. Although a car may be outside of the budget, a bike isn't nearly expensive. You can bike to class, around campus, even around town, burning off extra calories.

3. Take a fitness class. Look for an aerobics class, or get creative and try a class in fencing.

4. Look for a gym membership. While gym memberships can be costly, you may have access to a free membership in your student fitness center. Or you may be able to leverage your student status into a discounted membership at a local gym.

5. Go to the grocery store. Supplement your cereal, pizza and hot wings with fresh fruits and vegetables, and other healthy snacks that you may not find in your dining hall. Instead of picking up a donut before your 8 a.m. exam, run across campus with a granola bar in your hand.

6. Incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Every time you have junk food, balance it with a salad, an apple or a V-8. Simply filling your tummy with more food that is good for you leaves less room for the food that made you gain the freshman 15.

Walther PPKS Field Cleaning Instructions

1. Remove the clip from the PPKS and rack the slide action back to remove any live rounds from the firing chamber. This should always be your first step when working on a firearm.

2. Pull the trigger guard downwards and push it from left to right to lock it into place.

3. Pull the slide all the way to the rear and lift the back end straight up when you are able. Push the slide forward then -- still with the rear end lifted up -- until it comes off the frame.

4. Pull the recoil spring off the barrel.

5. Dip your toothbrush in cleaning fluid and scrub down all the metal parts on the PPKS, including the slide and the frame.

6. Apply cleaning fluid to your clean cloth and rub down all the metal parts of the Walther to pick up any grit or grime loosened by the toothbrush.

7. Dip your bore brush in cleaning fluid and scrub it through the barrel of the PPKS several times to dislodge any dirt or fouling.

8. Apply cleaning fluid to several cloth swatches and run them through the barrel of your pistol until they start coming out clean. Then pass several dry swatches through the barrel to remove any excess fluid.

9. Wipe off the excess fluid from the Walther PPKS with your clean cloth.

10. Apply gun oil to a clean cloth and lightly rub down all the metal parts of your Walther.

11. Apply gun oil to a cloth swatch and pass it through the barrel of the Walther.

12. Re-assemble your Walther PPKS.

How to Use Open Android With Pandigital Novel

Remove Cover

1. Turn off your Pandigital Novel e-reader. Move the “Power” slider toward the edge of the device, wait three seconds and then tap the “Power Off” option that appears on the Device Options menu.

2. Place the Pandigital Novel device face down on a soft surface and position it so the Pandigital logo appears upside-down to you. Placing the device on a soft surface helps protect the screen.

3. Remove the back cover from the e-reader by inserting your fingernails into the gap above the Pandigital logo, sliding the cover back with your fingers and lifting it up. The cover is held in place by adhesive, so you’ll have to press firmly enough to break the adhesive. Be careful not to damage the screen.

4. Locate the internal microSD card and unlock it by carefully sliding the locking cradle down with your fingernail.

5. Lift the locking cradle, remove the microSD card and put it aside. Be careful not to damage the device.

Install Open Android

6. Open the Pandigital Novel Android Open Platform Kit page on Pandigital.net in your Web browser. Click the “Download” link at the top of the page to download the .zip file to your computer.

7. Insert an SD card into your computer’s SD card slot and copy the downloaded .zip file to the SD card. Don’t unzip the contents of the .zip file.

8. Remove the SD card from your computer and insert it into the SD card slot on the bottom of the Pandigital Novel device.

9. Press the “Power” and “Vol+” buttons on the Pandigital Novel device at the same time and hold them down for five seconds. The device automatically installs the Android Open Platform Kit. A welcome screen and progress indicator appear on its screen.

Attach Cover

10. Turn off the Pandigital Novel e-reader by sliding the “Power” slider toward the edge of the device, waiting three seconds and tapping the “Power Off” button on the screen.

11. Reinsert the microSD card into the cradle and carefully wiggle the card to connect it properly. The microSD card must be seated flat.

12. Lay the locking cradle back on top of the microSD card and use your fingernail to slide the cradle up to the locked position.

13. Reattach the back cover to your device and turn it on.

How to Play Age of Empires 3

1. Play the game's tutorials. There are 2 of them, both of which will help you get ready to play Age of Empires 3 either competitively, or in the single-player campaign. If you are already familiar with the basics of Real-Time Strategy (or RTS) games, skip the first tutorial and go to 'Try a Game.' The principles and commands upon which Age of Empires 3 is built are common to nearly every other RTS game, so if you've played another Age of Empires, Warcraft, Starcraft, Dawn of War or any other RTS, you've already got the basics of unit movement, building construction and resource gathering.

2. Build Manor Houses to increase your unit cap. Age of Empires 3 allows you to construct a massive amount of units (200 total, including laborers.) Manor Houses are the structure used to increase the current number of units you can build.

3. Gather resources. There are 3 resources which must be collected in order to build more units, buildings and expand your colony. Food, wood and coins. Food is gathered from fishing, hunting or farming a Mill. Wood is gathered by cutting down trees and Coins are gathered from harvesting Silver Mines, working a Plantation or harvesting Whales. Set a bunch (10+) Settlers on gathering each type of resource and just let them go for it.

4. Train Skirmishers and Cannons as quickly as you can. Both of these units are the best there is in terms of military units. Training a lot of them quickly will ensure your military superiority. Skirmishers or Musketeers are essential for eliminating enemy units while artillery are essential for destroying enemy buildings quickly.

5. Construct Walls and Defense Towers to block the enemy from entering your territory. Walls may not be very strong, but they will force enemy Settlers to find alternate routes into your territory, or give your units time to eliminate them.

6. Remember to check back at your home city to receive resource shipments and use experience.

How to Install Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard Software on a Tablet PC With No Optical CD

Purchasing and Downloading Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard

1. Open your Internet browser and navigate to the Adobe website (see Resources).

2. Click on the 'Acrobat' link in the lower portion of the website.

3. Click on the 'Buy Now' link under Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard. A new window will pop up. Make sure to choose 'Download' as your delivery method. After payment, the website will prompt you to download Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard.

4. Install the software once download is complete by clicking on the Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard setup file.

Downloading Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard if Previously Purchased

5. Open your Internet browser and navigate to the Adobe licensing website (see Resources).

6. Enter your login ID and password, which were created upon your prior purchase of Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard. Click 'Log In.'

7. Click on your previously purchased license for Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard. Click on the download link.

8. Once the download is complete, open the Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard setup file to install the program on your Tablet PC.

How to Restore an APK File on an Android

1. Open the application menu on your Android phone.

2. Tap 'My Files' to open the file manager.

3. Navigate to the directory your APK file is stored.

4. Tap on the APK file, then tap the 'Install' button. Your APK file will be installed and will restore the application on your Android device.

How to Customize Your Android

Widgets

1. Tap and hold your finger on an empty portion of the Home screen until a menu appears.

2. Select 'Widgets' from the menu options to display a list of all available widgets on your device.

3. Tap on a widget to place it on the Home screen.

Wallpaper

4. Touch the Menu button at your smartphone's Home screen.

5. Select 'Wallpaper' from the options given at the bottom of the screen.

6. Tap on the location of the wallpaper you wish to use. Options will include 'Wallpapers,' containing pre-installed wallpaper files, as well as 'Gallery,' containing your personal image files.

7. Choose the image you want to use as your wallpaper, and select 'Save' or 'Set Wallpaper,' depending on the device.

Ringtone

8. Tap the Menu button at your Android device's Home screen.

9. Select 'Settings' from the options that appear at the bottom of the screen.

10. Tap on 'Sound' to access your Android device's sound settings.

11. Choose 'Phone Ringtone' from the options given.

12. Tap a ringtone from the list of available options, and tap 'OK' to confirm your selection.

How to Make Google Voice the Default Android Chat Program

1. Press your phone's 'Power' button and slide the unlock tab down or to the right. Press the 'Home' button.

2. Tap the 'Phone' icon. Tap 'Contacts.' Choose a contact you wish to send a text message to, and then tap and hold the contact for one second.

3. Tap 'Text contact.' Tap the box next to 'Use by default for this action.' Tap 'Google Voice.'

4. Write a text message and tap 'send.' All your outgoing text messages will now go through Google Voice.

Edible Wild Plants Berries

Significance

Many wild berries and plants have contributed significantly to the culinary and health world. Many health food diets depend upon herbs, berries and nuts that are found in the wild, and even more have been discovered to have fantastic nutritional quality, such as acai or pomegranate, or dandelions and ginseng. Although modern farming techniques have altered many plants and created new hybrids of vegetables and fruits to grow, there are still basic plants and berries that you can survive off of in the wild for years. It is just important to know what the edible ones are, as there are many plants and berries that are poisonous.

Types of Edible Wild Plants

Edible wild trees and shrubs that grow nation-wide include: almond, white and Scotch pine trees, oak trees, sugar and red maple trees, American chestnut, acorns and hazelnut. In the Western part of the United States, additional plants and shrubs that grow include mountain mint, avalanche lily, alder, potato, agave, mesquite, amaranth, yucca, buckwheat and meadow thistle. In terrain such as meadows and fields, there are dandelions, chickweed, violets, pansies, thistle, plantain, pigweed, lamb's quarters, milkweed, meadow asparagus, wild carrot, burdock, artichoke, chicory, willow trees, wild onions, dayweed, goat's beard, wild clover, comfrey, garlic mustard and goldenrod. In the Eastern part of the United States, additional plants include birch trees, persimmon, Indian potato and cucumber, wild ginger and anise, morel mushroom, American ginseng, primrose, spring cress and witch hazel.

Types of Edible Wild Berries

Edible berries from shrubs and trees include; barberry, blackberry, blueberry, paw paw, wild plum, wild cherry, gooseberry, hawthorn, spicebush, salmon berry, wild strawberry, sumac, thimbleberry, wild cranberry, Juneberry, raspberry, salal, juniper berry, bearberry, mulberry, moonseed and wild grapes. Berries that grow in the west wild include rosaceae, and in the East mayapple and partridge berry. Many wild berries can be poisonous but still look like edible wild berries, so be sure to know the names and certain visible characteristics of any wild berries before consuming them.

Time Frame

Most of the berries and wild plants named above only grow in specific seasons within these regions. Many mushrooms and brush plants grow in the spring and fall, while berries are prevalent in the summer and fall. In fall, roots are readily available. Thick leaves and woodsy bramble plants grow best in the winter. The more rainfall there is, the more plentiful plants and brush. After ripening, berries usually are available to eat for almost two weeks while on the bush or tree. Nuts can last for months at a time. Plants and brush are available for months at a time, as re-growth occurs over the entire season, and sometimes over the entire year depending upon the plant.

Considerations

Do your own research to understand what wild plants and berries are okay and available for consumption. Many wild edible plants and berries are chock full of nutrients and vitamins, and can be lived off of for years, especially if you establish your own garden of certain wild species. On the other hand, there are plants and berries that look identical, but one is poisonous and the other nutritious. They may look like each other, such as unripe cherries and holly berries. Eating berries or plants that the body cannot process can do much damage to organs and digestive systems, even resulting in coma or death.

How to Access Yahoo Email Via an Android

1. From your Android device, open the Market app. Click the search icon, and search for 'Yahoo! Mail.' In the search results, click the Yahoo! Mail app. Click the 'Free' button and click 'OK' to accept permissions and install the application. The installation process may take a couple of minutes to complete.

2. Go to your Home screen. Click Menu > Mail. Be sure to select the Mail app with the Yahoo! icon and not the default Android Mail app.

3. Enter your Yahoo! ID and password to access your Yahoo! email inbox. Click 'Add Account' when complete.

4. Choose whether you would like the app to sync your Yahoo! contacts with those on your phone. Leave the box checked if you would like everything synced, or uncheck the box if you prefer not to sync your contacts. Click 'Done.'

5. Click 'Inbox' to browse through your emails. You now have full access to your Yahoo! email account from your Android device.

How to Install Handcent SMS on an Android

1. Press the 'Android Market' icon on your home screen to launch the Android Market app.

2. Press the 'Search' icon at the top of Android Market.

3. Type in 'Handcent SMS' and press 'Go.'

4. Press the 'Handcent SMS' app button to select the app in the Android Market.

5. Press the 'Free' button under 'Install.' Press 'OK' to accept the terms and install Handcent SMS on your Android phone.

How to Install Android 2.3 on a Samsung Fascinate

1. Charge your Samsung Fascinate so that the battery is fully charged before you begin to install Android Gingerbread on the device. If your battery is not fully charged, the battery may die before the update is completed, which could corrupt the installation.

2. Unplug the Fascinate after it is fully charged.

3. Press the “Menu” button on your Samsung Fascinate.

4. Tap the “Settings” icon that appears on your Samsung Fascinate’s menu.

5. Move down the screen and tap the “About Phone” icon that appears on your Fascinate’s settings menu.

6. Tap the “System Updates” icon within your Samsung Fascinate’s “About Phone” section.

7. Tap the “Download and Install” button when asked if you want to install the Android Gingerbread update.

8. Allow the update process to complete. Once the Fascinate’s lock screen appears, Android 2.3 has been successfully installed on your Samsung Fascinate.

How to Do Pool Table Tricks

How to Do Trick Shots

1. Remove all balls besides the 1, 2, 3, 4 and cue balls. Line up these balls, except the cue ball, against the left side pocket in numerical order. The 1 ball should be teetering on the edge of the left side pocket, with the rest lined up extending left.

2. Place the cue ball approximately 1 foot from the line. It should be lined up between the 2 and 3 balls.

3. Shoot the cue ball hard and straight between the 2 and 3 balls.

4. Note where the balls go. The 1 ball should fall into the left side pocket, the 4 ball should shoot to the right side pocket, the 2 ball should fall into the left corner pocket, and the 3 ball should plunge into the right corner pocket.

5. Adjust your shot according to where the balls go as opposed to where they should go. This shot requires a lot of practice, so don't give up.

How to Disable the Download Security on a Motorola Backflip

1. Press the 'Menu' button on the main screen of the Backflip.

2. Touch 'Settings' and select 'Applications.'

3. Touch the box labeled 'Unknown Sources.' The Backflip will display a confirmation message.

4. Touch 'OK' to confirm.

Netflix Video File Types

First Generation Video Format

Originally, Netflix used a Windows Media format for its Watch Instantly titles. Video was encoded using WMV3 at four different bitrates: 500, 1000, 1600 and 2400 kilobyes per second. Video is encoded at the 740x480 resolution, which is the same as a standard DVD.

Second Generation Netflix Format

Netflix has since adopted the VC1 codec for streaming video and uses Microsoft Silverlight to stream the files. Because the VC1 format is much more efficient, lower bitrates can be used. The Silverlight player can also seamlessly switch to a lower bitrate if a user would lose bandwidth. HD content in 720p is also available because of the VC1 format.

Future Changes

Currently, Netflix does not support 1080i HD streams citing that broadband connections are not fast enough to handle them at this point in time. Audio is also only presented in stereo due to troubles with finding an appropriate multichannel audio solution for streaming video. Netflix hopes to have streaming surround sound in a future upgrade.

How to: Android Emulators ROMs

1. Turn on your phone and tap or press the 'Applications' button. Tap the 'Market' icon in the Applications list. Your Market icon may also be located on your phone's home screen depending on your shortcuts and the phone's model.

2. Tap the search icon on the main Market screen. Type the name of the emulator you want to install on your phone. A few emulators available for Android include NESoid, SuperGNES and N64 emulator. Tap the appropriate emulator application.

3. Tap 'Download' on the application detail page. Tap 'Agree & download' on this screen to add the emulator to your Android.

4. Connect your phone to the computer with a mini USB cable or the data cable provided with your Android phone. Navigate to the folders containing the game ROM files on your computer. Click 'Start' and 'Computer.' Drag and drop the ROMs in to the icon for your phone. If you don't see your phone in the Computer menu you need to switch your USB connection method. Open the Notifications panel on your phone. Tap 'USB Connection.' Change this setting to 'Mount' or 'USB Mass Storage' to see the phone's SD card.

5. Open the emulator application when the ROMs are transferred. The applications may automatically scan for ROM files on the SD card. If it does not scan open the ROM browser in the application and select the ROM files to load them in the program.

How to Get Apps Onto Tablets Without Market

1. Install a file manager such as ES File Explorer or Astro File Manager to your tablet. You can also install an app or '.APK' installer app.

2. Download the '.APK' file onto your computer. Some developers provide these files while other third-parties will make them from popular applications. Alternatively, you can download this file to your tablet from your mobile browser.

3. Transfer the file to your tablet via Bluetooth or USB cable. Skip this step if you downloaded the file directly to your tablet.

4. Open the file manager or APK installer on your tablet. When prompted, navigate to the location of the saved APK file and select it. The launcher or manager will automatically install the app onto your tablet.

How to Steps For Mobile Internet Tethering with Android

1. Connect your Android device to your computer using its included USB cable.

2. Press the Menu button on your phone, then tap 'Settings.'

3. Tap 'Wireless & Networks.'

4. Open the 'Tethering & Portable Hotspot' menu, then tap on the checkbox next to 'USB Tethering.' This enables Internet tethering on your Android phone, and automatically configures your computer to use your phone's data connection.

How to Connect an iPod Touch to an Android Tether

Establish Android Wireless Hotspot

1. Unlock your Android phone and press the 'Home' button to display the device's home screen.

2. Press the 'Menu' button.

3. Touch 'Settings' and then touch 'Wireless & networks.'

4. Touch 'Tethering & Portable Hotspot.'

5. Touch 'Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot' to activate the wireless tether.

6. Touch 'Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings.'

7. Touch 'Configure Wi-Fi Hotspot.' Take note of the network name listed under 'Network SSID,' as that is the network you will need to connect to from your iPod.

8. Tap the drop-down menu under 'Security' and choose the 'WPA2 PSK' option.

9. Type a password into the 'Password' field and then press 'Save.'

Connect iPod Touch

10. Unlock your iPod touch and then press the 'Home' button.

11. Tap the 'Settings' icon.

12. Tap 'Wi-Fi' and then tap the box to the right of 'Wi-Fi' so that it says 'On.'

13. Tap your Android's wireless hotspot from the list of available networks.

14. Type the password you created earlier and then press 'Join.'

Setting Up Windows Live on Android

1. Touch the 'Applications' launcher icon, located on your home screen, to open the full menu.

2. Scroll to and touch the 'Mail' or 'Email' icon, depending on your device. If you have not set up any accounts on your device, the 'Add Account' screen appears. Otherwise, touch the 'Menu' key, then touch 'Add Account' to view the Add Account screen.

3. Touch the 'Exchange Active Sync' option on the Add Account screen. Touch 'Next' to display a setup screen.

4. Type your entire Windows Live email address into the Email field. Touch the 'Password' field and enter your Windows Live email password. Touch 'Next.' A new page displays, prompting you to enter more account details.

5. Enter your email address and password again into the required fields. Enter 'outlook.com' into the Server Address field. Enter your full email address in the Username field, but leave the Domain field blank. Check the box next to the SSL Connection option and touch 'Next.'

6. Touch the check boxes next to the items you wish to synchronize with your Android phone. You can choose 'Mail,' 'Contacts' and 'Calendar.' Touch 'Finish Setup' to complete the setup of your Windows Live account.

How to Back Up an Android Phone to Google

1. Press 'Menu,' 'Settings' and 'Privacy.'

2. Check the boxes next to 'Back up My Settings' and 'Automatic Restore,' if they are unchecked. Press 'Home' to exit the menu.

3. Press 'Menu,' 'Settings' and 'Accounts and Sync.'

4. Tap 'Gmail.' You will see a list of all of the Google services you use that are associated with your Gmail, like Gtalk, Buzz and Picasa. Check the boxes next to all of the services to back them up with Google.

How to Install ODIN Android for the Samsung Epic 4G

1. Plug your Epic 4G into your computer using a micro-USB cable. Ensure that the drivers are installed. If the drivers are working correctly, you should be able to drag down the notification area on your Epic and mount your memory card over USB. If you're having trouble, try using a USB cable that didn't come with your phone.; the Samsung cables are not well shielded and may lose connection.

2. Browse to xda-developers.com. Click on the 'Wiki' link at the top of the page, then select 'Samsung Galaxy S' from the list of devices on the right. Select 'SPH-D700 Epic 4G Sprint' from the list of phones. Scroll down until you see the heading 'Odin' then click on the link 'Odin' under that heading. Click the link next to 'Odin (1.85),' then click on any of the options to download the Odin ZIP file to your computer.

3. Disconnect your phone from the computer. If you mounted the SD card over USB, unmount it using the phone before unplugging the USB cable. Power off your phone and wait for all the lights to go out.

4. Double-click on ODIN file with the '.exe' extension in the folder you extracted. This will launch the ODIN software on your computer.

5. Slide open the keyboard on your phone and hold down the '1' key and the power button at the same time. Release the keys when the yellow triangle appears on the screen. Your phone is now in Download Mode. Connect the phone to the computer with the USB cable. After a moment, ODIN will show that a Com port is connected in the first box on the top-left. This indicates that your phone is connected and ready to download files.

6. Click on the PIT button to select a PIT file on your computer to load to the Epic. Click on the PDA section to select an operating system to load. Click 'Start' and wait for the loading to complete. You will see a green box and a success message above where the Com connection for your Epic shows. Your phone will automatically reboot.

How to Uninstall Programs With Astro File Manager

1. Launch Astro File Manager on your Android device.

2. Select the 'Installed Apps' tab and click on the program you wish to uninstall. You first have to back it up, so press the 'Backup' button and wait for the copy dialog box to close.

3. Select the program from the 'Installed Apps' tab again and hold down on it to launch the application detail screen. Click the 'Uninstall' button.

4. Highlight multiple programs from the 'Installed Apps' tab to uninstall more than one program at a time. Once the programs you want to remove are highlighted, select 'Menu' and 'Uninstall' to remove them all.

How to Permanently Uninstall the Android Footprints Widget

1. Swipe over to the Android home screen that contains the Footprints widget.

2. Tap and hold your finger on the Footprints widget icon. While holding the icon, the App Drawer icon will change into a trashcan icon. Drag the widget to the new trashcan icon at the bottom of the screen.

3. Press the 'Menu' soft key and tap the 'Settings' option.

4. Tap the 'Applications' option. Tap 'Manage Applications.'

5. Tap the 'Footprints' option in the list of installed applications. Tap the 'Uninstall' option and confirm the application's removal to permanently uninstall Footprints from your Android device.

Is Gmail on Android Push or Pull?

Push Email

A push email service sends new emails to the client as they arrive on the mail server. The client takes a essentially passive role in the transaction, only connecting with the email service when the server notifies it that it should do so. The server 'pushes' the email messages from the server to the client -- the Gmail app on the Android, in this case. The user can then open the email from within the client.

Pull Email

An email client that uses a pull email system, on the other hand, actively 'asks' the mail server for new messages at a specified interval. The server waits for a connection from the client; if there are any new email messages on the server when the client connects, it transfers them to the client. Most desktop computer email clients use the Post Office Protocol, or POP3, to pull emails from the mail server.

Advantages of Push Email

Push email has several distinct advantages, especially on a mobile device like the Android. The Gmail app on the Android only connects to the server when the user receives new email messages; this helps to preserve the mobile device's battery power, as the Gmail app doesn't connect to the server when the inbox is empty. For the same reason, using a push email system prevents the device from unnecessarily using mobile network bandwidth to check an empty mail server inbox.

Forcing Push

Due to network connectivity or other issues, the Gmail server may occasionally fail to instantaneously push a new message to your Android mobile device. If this occurs, you can force the server to push the new message to your phone from within the Gmail app. Launch the Gmail app and press the 'Menu' button on your Android to open the app's settings. Tap the 'Refresh' icon to force the server to push any new emails to your Android.

Easiest Ways to Root an Android

Reasons

Many reasons exist for wanting to root an Android phone. In addition to full control over the operating system, you can install applications that require root access, perform system tweaks to make your phone operate more efficiently, put applications on your SD card instead of your phone's internal memory and update your operating system to the latest version without waiting for your wireless carrier to make an update available.

SuperOneClick

SuperOneClick, as the name implies, is an Android application that only requires one click to root your phone. You do need a small amount of preparation on the phone before you can run SuperOneClick. The phone's debugging mode needs to be turned on and the Android software development kit has to be installed. After these requirements are met, SuperOneClick only needs a click of the Root button to open up your smartphone. If you change your mind about rooting your phone, SuperOneClick provides an unrooting button that returns your Android phone to its original configuration.

Universal Androot

Universal Androot offers an even easier method for rooting your phone, as you do not need to install the software development kit for it to work. Instead you install the Androot APK file on your system from the SD card to add the application to your phone. You do need an Android phone that is capable of installing applications outside of the marketplace before rooting, however. Once Universal Androot is installed and launched, you follow the application's commands to root your phone.

Considerations

If you do not have experience with the Android operating system, you may run into problems with a rooted Android. You may end up installing infected applications that put a virus on your phone, altering a system setting that causes performance issues or voiding your warranty. If you want to revert your Android phone back to factory settings, you need to find the stock ROM for your specific phone model and flash it back to the original settings. Not all Android phones are compatible with popular rooting applications. You may need to try several applications before finding one that works properly with your specific smartphone model.