Archive for October, 2009

Where do I start to learn about computers programs?

I want to learn about how to get computers and software to do the things we want them to. Where do I start – in other words, what is a good source (book, online video or other) that lays out instruction in a very sequential manner?
I want to learn how to create three dimensional representations [...]

Where do I start to learn about computers programs?

I want to learn about how to get computers and software to do the things we want them to. Where do I start – in other words, what is a good source (book, online video or other) that lays out instruction in a very sequential manner?
I want to learn how to create three dimensional representations [...]

How to create costumes for Wesley and Buttercup?

I want the costumes recognisable, but not expensive. I think Wesley wore black pants, gloves, a shirt and a demi-mask at some point with a sword, and Buttercup a fancy dress with a tiara, correct? What else did they wear that would be recognisable?
you got westley pretty much right (black pants, black pirate-y shirt, boots, [...]

How to create costumes for Wesley and Buttercup?

I want the costumes recognisable, but not expensive. I think Wesley wore black pants, gloves, a shirt and a demi-mask at some point with a sword, and Buttercup a fancy dress with a tiara, correct? What else did they wear that would be recognisable?
you got westley pretty much right (black pants, black pirate-y shirt, boots, [...]

What business advice is effective against stiff competition?

As a follow up to my other question, my depressed friend faces stiff competition in her english-learning grade school academy. 6 larger private schools with lots of cash came to town last month with better educated teachers. My friends number of students is dropping off. I had the idea of offering the [...]

How to find a swimming competition and sign up my child for it?

My son has been taking swimming classes and wants to enter into some sort of a competition – he is 8. How can I find one in NY Tri-State area and sign him up? His school does not participate in any directly and I had no luck finding anything online. Thank you.
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How do you pronounce the latin word Amicitia?

This is the latin word for friendship.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help!
ahm ee KIT ee ah
There would be a secondary accent on the first syllable, an d the two syllables that I wrote as "ee" would actually be more like the i in "kit," but it’s a little hard for English speakers to [...]

What was the traditional policy of the United States toward foreign powers in Latin America?

A.The United States would intervene in Latin American affairs when it felt its interests were at risk.
B.The United States would completely stay out of Latin American affairs unless a country asked for help.
C.The United States would not interfere with [...]

How can i obtain a street busker license in illinois?

I have been trying to do some internet research for how to get a street performing or "busker" license and haven’t been successful. If anyone could help that would be wonderful.
I would suspect that you don’t need one, if you aren’t coming up with anything. Particular municipalities might have requirements though. In any case, it [...]

What are the common things street racers do when they modify their cars?

No, I’m not planning to be like them (heck I can’t even drive yet XD) I just find it interesting, the way they turn normal cars to speed machines. Plus they also look pretty cool, how do they do that? What are some of the most popular parts they use?
P.S.
If you’re a street racer yourself, [...]