Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get a computer with plenty of RAM. Choose recording software. Select an appropriate interface for your studio. Get some high-quality microphones. Be frugal when buying gear. Have some musical instruments on hand.

Answer: The more powerful your computer, the easier the producing of music will be. By power, that means lots of storage space and lots of RAM. Upgrading RAM and storage is the most important thing because this will give the computer faster and smoother running speeds.  For most audio software you’ll want a computer with at least a dual-core processor. If you intend to mix lots of tracks, however, consider a quad or multi-dual core. It's important to have a separate computer for recording. Don't use your personal computer with all of your pictures, games, and music on it. Pro Tools and other recording software will require a lot of operating space. Apple MacBook Pro is a popular model for many do-it-yourself musicians. This is because the model has lots of storage space, lasts for years, and is very portable. Apple also offers upgrades for RAM, memory, graphics chip, and other options. The computer costs between $1200 and $2500. All modern recording studios use computer software to save audio and allow for careful editing. Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) vary greatly from one maker to the next, but one is usually included with the purchase of a recording interface. Mac users benefit from the inclusion of Garage Band on modern Macs, while PC users can use one of many free alternatives like the free version of Pro Tools 12.  Pro Tools M-Powered is another common DAW. It is a basic home recording program with limited features. Pro Tools LE offers limited features, again, but is a step up from M-Powered.  Pro Tools HD is professional-grade recording software and has become something of the standard for commercial studios.  Other DAWs include Apple Logic (a Mac-only program), Audacity (an open-source program compatible with Windows, OS X, and Linux systems), and Ableton Live. Audio interfaces are also called AD/DA Converters, which stands for “Analog to Digital/Digital to Analog.” These interfaces convert analog sound into a digital signal to be processed by your computer and also turn the digital audio back into analog sound on the monitors. They are an essential part of any good recording studio.  Some entry-level interfaces include Emu’s 1212M, ESI’s Julia, and M-Audio’s Audiofile 192. These models offer quality sound for a modest price.  A good quality recording interface typically costs around $150. Monitors (such as the immensely popular KRK Rokit series) start at roughly $300 for a pair. Higher-grade interfaces like the Focusrite and Audiofire series, Fireface 400 and 800, and Lynx models will cost more, up to a couple of thousand dollars. Typically, most recording studios have some combo of dynamic and condenser microphones for performers to use. Dynamic mics are better for louder sounds and are more durable. They are used for guitar amps, drums, and other loud sources. Condensers are more delicate and expensive but also more detailed, bright, and clear than similarly priced dynamics.  A good dynamic or condenser microphone costs $80-$200. Be sure that your recording interface has Phantom power when using a condenser mic. This is usually a button or switch labeled "+48," and powers the electronics inside the microphone. If this feature is not available, most microphone preamplifiers can supply power and will be more affordable than buying a new interface.  Dynamic mics do not require power, so they can simply be plugged into an interface and used with no preamplifier. In some cases they sound better with a preamp, however. Some mics also have USB outputs. While these can be plugged straight into a computer, they tend to be of lower quality. Electric instruments will also plug straight into a DI unit or Direct box, which connects to the computer via USB. Like music itself, music production is an art and not a science. The price tag on your gear does always not lead to better quality. Low-end equipment in today's amateur home studios would have been unthinkable to top studio engineers just a few decades ago.  It's possible to record radio bangers on a home studio setup. Expensive gear is great and can lead to great recordings, but don't let that hold you back from making great music. Take advantage of free software. Native Instruments, Ohmforce, Camel Audio, SSL, and other respected audio companies offer free virtual instruments and effects. Consider using old analog gear. Most studios are digital these days, but the really good ones still have analog gear you can work into your rig. If you want to put your studio on the map, consider adding a plate reverb unit or a reel-to-reel tape machine. You can record on one of these and bounce the audio into your DAW when you're done. These kinds of sound can't be replicated digitally. Most studios assume musicians want to play their own gear to get a more accurate recording. This makes the engineer’s job more difficult, because she’s got to spend a lot of time setting up unfamiliar instruments. Some studios, however, will have gear in place that the engineer knows and can use to achieve a particular sound.  Try having a variety of gear around. Amps, effects pedals, and guitars are good. If you have more money, also consider keyboards and synthesizers, drums, or even a piano.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Watch for symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. Check for symptoms of a yeast infection. Identify trichomoniasis symptoms. See a doctor for a diagnosis.

Answer: Sometimes when vaginal pH is out of balance, you may develop a bacterial infection such as bacterial vaginosis. The symptoms of bacterial vaginosis include:  A foamy, often yellowish vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor, often described as a “fishy” smell A burning sensation when you urinate Itchiness and irritation around the vagina Symptoms of a yeast infection are similar to those of bacterial vaginosis. These symptoms include:  An abnormal white vaginal discharge that may be either watery or thick and chunky (often described as looking like cottage cheese) Itching and burning of the vagina and labia Painful urination Redness and swelling of the area just outside of the vagina Painful intercourse Infections with the trichomonas organism are common as well. Keep in mind that many people with trichomoniasis have no symptoms. Symptoms of trichomoniasis (sometimes called “trich”) in women may include:  A frothy or foamy yellow or a gray-green colored vaginal discharge that has an unpleasant smell Vaginal itching Pain with urination If you think you may have a vaginal infection due to the smell or feeling of your vagina, then you should make an appointment with your doctor or gynecologist for a diagnosis. You should also see a doctor if you develop serious symptoms. Make sure that you call your physician right away if:  There is no improvement in your symptoms within 2-3 days You develop a fever You experience difficulty or pain on urination Sexual activity is painful or very uncomfortable You have abdominal pain


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep your grades up. Use your intellect. Be confident.

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Have the best grades that you can by studying in a focused and purposeful manner. Try as hard as you can in school––never think "it's just a test." Instead, think "This is a test! What if it counts? Even if it doesn't count for much, I want to do the best that I can, for my own sake!" Learn to think critically, ask questions and assume nothing. The world is filled with polarized opinions that cause arguments daily, and much of this is wasteful rather than productive because it assumes there are only two sides to any argument, when in actual fact there is often a multitude of opinions, ideas and solutions. Seek them all out, so as to be well informed and fully aware. Learn to spot the difference between serious thinking and blabbermouths. Always find out the facts before reaching conclusions about people, situations and incidents. If your school doesn't cater to critical thinking, look for online courses from reputable universities and colleges that do. Take a course in your own time. Loving who you are and knowing that you're beautiful without having to change your body or yourself will help you to be more confident and self-assured.   Say who you are and be what you say! Realize that over time, you may well change considerably and it's called maturing––such personal growth is normal as you continue to learn more about yourself, other people and the world in general. You are always a work in progress, so be prepared to be a lifelong learner. If anyone suggests you are being fake or insincere for changing over time, be careful not to confuse this with the natural changes every person undergoes and someone who is actually fickle enough to constantly change their mind. These are two very different things. Don't change for a boy, or to be friends with the "popular girls." Just be yourself. Make them like you for who you are. Not for you trying to act different. Just you! Any changes you do make should be made because you want to become the best that you can be, not because someone has criticized you. Learn to understand other people's motives. Not everyone has sincere or genuine reasons for suggesting you be a certain way. People have many reasons that are about themselves, such as jealousy, fear, a sense of living through someone else, etc. Don't be afraid to probe other people's motivations and only accept criticism that is fair judgment and relevant to improving yourself.