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How to Determine Patent Duration
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) protects patent rights for a maximum duration of 20 years. The duration will vary depending on the type of patent and what adjustments are applied. Patent rights will be terminated if requirements are not duly me...
How to Dissolve a Partnership
A partnership is a business association of two or more legal persons (e.g. individuals, groups of people, corporations) that operates for profit.[1] X Research source When a partnership agreement comes to an end, the partnership is said to b...
How to Use LinkedIn
LinkedIn is the largest and most dominant social network in the professional arena. Totally different from the likes of Facebook, it is used for maintaining a professional persona and brand. Other uses for LinkedIn include finding a job, networking, rec...
How to Make a Throw Pillow
Whether you are new to sewing or an experienced sewer, you can learn how to make a throw pillow to dress up the appearance of your home. A decorative throw pillow strategically placed on a couch or bed can make the furniture and room look like they belong...
How to Install the JDK (Java Development Kit) on a Mac
Installing the Java Development Kit (JDK) on your Mac will allow you to write and compile Java applications. Installation of the JDK is very straightforward, and includes a development environment called NetBeans. You'll be using NetBeans to write your co...
How to Make an Avocado Shake
The avocado is an incredibly nutritious fruit: it's loaded with potassium; folate; Vitamins K, C, E, B5, and B6. Avocados are very fatty--as much as 77% fat--but they're low in saturated fats and rich in heart-healthy, monosaturated fatty acids. This comb...
How to Measure for Roof Shingles
Measuring the area of your roof isn't the simplest process. Obviously, you want to stay safe while still getting a close estimate. One way to get an estimate is to take the square footage or meterage of the building and multiply it by the slope factor (pi...
How to Name a Project
In the past few decades, the Internet has seen an immense boost in popular use all around the world. As the Internet has developed, it has become one of the primary platforms for project development. As such, the number of new and existing projects--both...
How to Fold a Shirt with the Department Store Method
The "department store method" is the industry standard for folding shirts neatly. Perhaps you want to reorganize your dresser. Maybe you want to refold the shirts that you try on at the department store. The process is easy if you know the steps![1] X...
How to Get a Job With an Ad Agency
Securing a job in an ad agency is difficult but rewarding. The job market is tight and the people evaluating you are by their nature masters of the art of selling. Look at your application as your first pitch; sell the company on why you are the best pers...
How to Maintain Your Electric Garage Door
Electric garage doors are for some a luxury, and for others a necessity. Regardless how you view your electric garage door, there's no doubt that sitting in your car and pushing a button to open the garage is preferable to getting out and manually opening...
How to Install a Banister
Looking to install a new banister railing in your home? A banister not only provides additional safety on your staircase, it also adds visual appeal to your living space. With the use of some wood and a few tools and supplies, you will be able to install...
3 Easy Ways to Hang a Mirror on the Wall
Do you want to hang up a mirror but are a little worried about it falling down and breaking? Mounting a mirror is a great way to make your space look larger, and they’re easy to hang up no matter their size or location. The hardware you use for your mirro...
How to Be a Good Central Midfielder in Soccer
Soccer, or football outside the United States, Canada, and Australia, is the most popular sport in the world. Of the positions, the midfield is crucial as they combine defense and offense. Once they have the ball, the midfielder needs to know how to pass...
How to Start a Sole Proprietorship
A sole proprietorship is the easiest type of business to set up. Unlike corporations or limited liability companies, you don’t have to file with your state. Instead, you'll pick a business name and register it. Then, depending on your city and county, you...
How to Become a Flight Dispatcher
When it comes to aircraft safety, a flight dispatcher plays a vital role. In fact, a pilot and a flight dispatcher work hand in hand, one from the air and one from the ground, on a number of shared responsibilities. These responsibilities include coordina...