It’s usually at the bottom-left corner of the screen. A list of all apps will appear. This launches the Windows Update tool. Wait as the Windows Update tool scans for updates that you have not installed. If Windows finds updates for you to install, you’ll see the number of updates appear near the top of the window. Clicking the button will begin the installation. Most updates require that you restart your computer to complete the installation. Once the computer comes back up, the computer will be up to date. Depending on the types of updates available for your computer, you may have to run the update tool a second time to finish the installation. Keep your eye on the system tray (the area where the clock is) when the computer comes back up—if you see a message that says updates must be installed (or an icon of a yellow or red shield with an ″!″ inside), click it, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
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One-sentence summary -- Click the Start button. Click All programs. Click Windows Update. Click Check for updates. Click Install updates if updates are available. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish updating your computer.


Call your current energy provider and ask them if you're able to select the company that supplies your electricity. Around half of the states in the U.S. and some countries in the European Union allow citizens to select their energy provider.  If you live in the U.S., visit http://competitiveenergy.org/consumer-tools/state-by-state-links/ to determine if energy choice is available in your state. Find your energy company’s phone number on your billing statement. Read the contract that you signed when you applied for electricity, or call your utility company to inquire about exit fees. Some electric companies will charge a fee to switch your energy provider. Enter your zip code in different comparison websites to compare prices and find companies that will fit your needs. Before you switch your energy provider, research local companies to find the best rates. Some companies will offer fixed rates over a period of time, while other companies will send you a variable rate based on how many kilowatts you use.  If you use a lot of electricity, you may want to find a fixed rate plan. If your energy usage changes a lot month to month, you should get a variable rate plan. Some floating plans will change the rate per kilowatt depending on the market. This can cause your bill to fluctuate over time.  Popular sites in the U.K. include Quotezone, The Energy Shop, Energylinx, Money Supermarket, Unravel It, and Energy Helpline. Once you determine which provider you want to use, make sure to do all your research on the company. Make sure that they are accredited by your local energy commission or government and read user reviews. If you want to help the environment, it may also be beneficial to choose a company that uses renewable sources of energy. Determine which plan you want to switch to and save the link to the page.  If you have any questions about an energy supplier, call their customer service number to get them answered. Renewable energy sources include solar and wind power.
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One-sentence summary -- Call your utility company and ask if energy choice is an option. Ask your electric company if there are any exit fees. Compare prices on an accredited energy comparison website. Choose a new energy provider option that fits your needs.


Your friend may be doing something that you find annoying, but have no idea that it gets on your nerves. Your friend probably cares about you and does not want to annoy you. However, your friend won't be able to stop if you do not tell them.  For example, your friend may joke with you a lot and it hurts your feelings. However, your friend thinks that it is all in good fun. Simply tell your friend, "Hey, it kind of hurts my feelings when you pick at me like that. Could you stop doing it so much?" Be as nice as possible when you talk to your friend.  Write down or practice what you will say. Once you tell your friend how you feel, it is important that you allow your friend to respond and to listen to them. Your friend may explain their behavior and why they have been acting a certain way. Ask your friend why have they been engaging in annoying behavior. Your friend could also have a negative response and be unwilling to change.  If your friend is unwilling to change, you might need to change the nature of your friendship permanently. For example, if your friend refuses to stop gossiping, you may need to set new boundaries for your friendship. Maybe you will not talk about certain topics with this friend from now on. Your friend could just be going through an annoying phase or be having some personal issues.  For example, your friend could be trying to get more attention from you because they are having some family problems at home. It is important that you listen to the other person to get to the root of the problem. You may be able to help your friend with their annoying behavior. Tell your friend that you really value their friendship, but you two need to make some changes so you can stay friends. The solution is more likely to work if both of you contribute. You do not want your friend to feel like you are being bossy or critical of them.  For example, if your friend needs to stop gossiping, tell your friend that you will remind them to stop when you see them gossiping. You could even create a little hand signal to do when the two of you are around other people. This way you can tell your friend to stop without embarrassing them. If your friend is annoying because they are constantly complaining about something, volunteer to help your friend improve in that area. Change does not happen overnight. If you and your friend had a good talk and your friend is willing to change, give your friend some time. If you have set new boundaries for your friendship, it will take time for both of you to get used to them.  Friendships go through ups and downs and change over time. As long as both you and you are a friend are willing to work through your issues, you two can still be friends.  You may need to have multiple conversations about your friendship throughout the process.
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Tell your friend how you feel. Listen to your friend's point of view. Come up with a solution together. Give your friend time to change.