Problem: Article: Many Internet security blacklists can be fooled by using the mobile address for a website, or by using the website's IP address instead of its usual address. OpenDNS renders these tactics useless, so you'll have to try a couple of other ways to circumvent it. If you can attach your computer to the Internet modem via Ethernet, you can bypass the network restrictions imposed by OpenDNS. Keep in mind that doing this in a work or school environment most likely constitutes trespassing, which is a serious offense.  The modem is usually separate from the router. If your Internet connection uses a router/modem combo, this method most likely won't work for you. This method is most effective for home connections with OpenDNS parental controls installed. . If you have a supported iPhone or Android smartphone, you can use your phone's cellular data connection as a Wi-Fi network. This process is called "tethering", and not all cellular providers include it.  The linked article references using tethering on a laptop, but the same instructions will work for a desktop computer. If the computer on which you're trying to bypass OpenDNS doesn't allow you to choose your own network, you won't be able to use tethering. . Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) route your Internet traffic through different servers around the world, which hides your network activity from security suites such as OpenDNS and the like. However, most VPN subscriptions are paid, and your restricted computer may not allow you to make administrator-level changes to One free VPN option is Hotspot Shield. If you're able to install Hotspot Shield on the restricted computer, it will allow you to access most blocked sites. You can always put the Hotspot Shield setup file on a flash drive and then install it onto the computer from there.
Summary: Know what won't work. Connect directly to the modem. Use a cellular data connection Use a VPN

Problem: Article: You may come across articles and posts describing an epidemic of unnecessary dental procedures and decide that no dentist can be trusted.  However, regular dental care is essential to good oral and overall health, and signs of tooth pain or discomfort should never be ignored.  Visit multiple dentists if you must, but make sure you visit a dentist when treatment is required.  Only a trained dentist can properly diagnose and treat dental problems.  In regards to tooth fillings, they are almost always a first-line treatment if you are experiencing:  nerve (pulpal) pain; severe discomfort (like from a jagged tooth edge); functional problems (such as trouble chewing); or severe aesthetic issues.  How to Get Rid of Tooth Pain offers some good tips on temporary and at-home remedies, but note that none of these can replace a proper dental evaluation. It is true that a small minority of experts believe the traditional notion of visiting the dentist every six months is overkill, and that a three to five-year window is sufficient.  Six months remains the common standard, however, and regular examinations will at very least provide you with up-to-date information regarding the status of your teeth. Your dentist might take x-rays to check for decay and other evolution of dental conditions such as root canals and dental implants. This information can help inform your decision-making in regards to any signs of tooth decay.  Waiting until you have tooth pain before going to the dentist will almost always result in a tooth filling or other necessary procedure.  Going before there is pain is more likely to give you treatment options in dealing with potential or emerging cavities. There is also some debate regarding the value of professional tooth cleaning, but this is almost always a standard component of a dental examination.  Talk to your dentist if you have questions or concerns about the value of regular scaling and polishing procedures. Prevention is always less expensive and healthier than treatment; make regular dental appointments! The best way to avoid the question of whether you need a filling is to keep your teeth healthy and clean, through regular brushing, flossing, and making food choices that limit your intake of acids and sugars.  If the dentist spots a sign of a potential or emerging cavity, though, you still may have preventative treatment options available that can allow you to avoid the “drill and fill.”  When your dentist recommends a filling, never be afraid to ask if there are other, less drastic options that can be tried first. While some dentists are quick to recommend filling cavities that are not yet fully-formed, others are more open to recommending risk-management approaches.  These usually involve regular observation, proper cleaning, and treatments that focus on neutralizing acid, killing mouth bacteria, and strengthening tooth enamel. Resin sealants can also sometimes be used to stop cavities on the biting surfaces of teeth from developing further. In basic terms, a cavity occurs when decay (from bacteria, acid, etc.) causes a hole to be bored through both the protective enamel and the dentin beneath, reaching the tooth’s interior components.  “Incipient carious lesions,” also sometimes called “microcavities,” exist when the dentin has not yet been penetrated.  Dental lesions are the first stage of tooth decay, when the damage is only beginning to affect the enamel. A tooth filling involves drilling out the dental caries (cavity) and often surrounding tooth material, in order to create a pocket that can be filled.  Local anesthesia is often administered.  The filling itself is meant to seal off the inner tooth material and replace the damaged and removed dentin and enamel.  Fillings can be made of gold, metal alloys, ceramic, or various composite materials, and should last for several years at least.
Summary: Do not ignore pain or tooth problems. Have regular dental evaluations. Ask about preventative measures. Know the basics of cavities and fillings.

Problem: Article: You should only run one antivirus program on your computer at a time to avoid conflicts and errors. AVG most likely will not even install if it detects another antivirus program running. You can download the file from the AVG website. You will be directed to Download.com, where you can start your file download. AVG is not available for Mac OS X. The install will begin, and the necessary files will be downloaded. Select your language and click Next >. You must accept it to continue, so it recommended that you read the details. After checking to make sure that no conflicting programs are installed, AVG will ask what type of installation you would like.  Selecting Express Install will install AVG toolbars and custom search sites into your browser. Disable these if you wish by choosing a Custom Installation and unchecking the boxes. Click Next >. If you chose Custom Installation, you can choose what components to install in the next screen. You can turn on or off extra features. Once your installation is configured, the files will be downloaded and installed automatically. This may take several minutes depending on your computer speed and network connection.
Summary:
Uninstall any antivirus programs. Download AVG Free 2013. Run the install file. Read and accept the license agreement. Select the Free license. Wait for AVG to install. Restart your computer to complete the installation.