The size of your backpack will vary depending on what you plan on carrying in it.  Decide on what items you will regularly be using your backpack to carry and plan on buying a bag that will easily accommodate them all.  If you need to carry bigger items or many small items you may need to buy a large backpack. Buy smaller backpack if you don't plan on carrying much with you regularly. Think about how easy your backpack will be to store when you arrive at school or work. Whichever size you choose, you should never carry more than 15% of your body weight. When shopping for your backpack you will want to consider the durability and quality of it before purchasing one.  Think about how often you plan on using your backpack and buy a backpack to match your needs.  Higher quality backpacks can last longer but may cost more. Low cost backpacks may be ideal for occasional usage or carrying lighter items with you. Wider straps can make carrying heavy loads easier on your back.  Cushioned or padded backs can help soften the weight. Since you will be wearing your backpack you will want to select one that matches your personal taste and style.  Backpacks come in almost any style, color, or design that you can imagine.  Take your time and find one that matches your needs and looks great.  If you plan on bringing the bag everywhere try to find one that is neutral in style or one that matches most of your clothes. If you are taking your backpack to school or work try to avoid any imagery or styles that might not be appropriate. After you have thought about which backpack might best suit your needs and style it's time to buy it.  Once you buy your backpack you can adjust it and start putting it to use, carrying your important items with you wherever needed.  Compare prices offered by different vendors before buying your backpack to get the best deal. If you are buying online there may be added costs for shipping. Buying in person can allow you to get a better feel of the quality and style of the backpack.

Summary: Consider what size you will need. Think about how often you will use your backpack. Select your favorite style. Buy your backpack.


Foot blisters should be covered to reduce irritation and cut back on the risk of infection. Cover your blister with a soft dressing, like gauze or a loose bandage. If the blister is very sore, cut your dressing into a donut shape and place it around the blister to avoid putting pressure directly on it. Your dressing should be changed each day. Always wash your hands before touching the dressing and the area around the blister. Antibiotic ointment helps prevent infections in a blister. You can buy antibiotic ointment at a pharmacy. Apply it to the blister as directed, especially before you put on your shoes or socks. Just petroleum jelly may also be used. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly before touching the blister. Friction can make a blister worse and increase pain. In order to reduce friction on a foot blister, pick up a powder designed for your feet at a local pharmacy. Pour it into your socks before putting on your shoes to reduce pain. Not all powders work for everyone. If a powder causes your blister to become irritated, stop using it. Take extra precautions to keep your feet comfortable while a blister is healing. Wear an extra pair of socks and loose-fitting shoes as the blister persists. This will cut back on pain and help the blister heal.  You should also try to stay off your feet as much as possible while the blister is healing. Try changing your socks twice a day to help decrease the possibility of blisters, usually cotton socks are better than polyester. Unless a blister becomes extremely painful, it's best not to drain it yourself. This can increase your likelihood of developing an infection. Let the blister's skin peel on its own. Avoid touching or irritating the blister to prevent it from popping prematurely. Use a moleskin over the blister to protect it if you must walk on it.

Summary: Cover your blister. Use antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly. Try powders and creams to reduce friction. Care for your feet while the blister persists. Protect a burst blister from infection.


Use an Ethernet cable to connect to the WAN port of a router to the WAN/Internet port of the high-speed modem. For the purpose of this wikiHow, we will refer to the router that’s connected to the modem as “Router 1."   Some routers act as a high-speed modem and router. If this is the case for Router 1, simply connect it to the cable that carries your internet connection. The WAN port may be labeled “Internet.” Use an Ethernet cable to connect from one of Router 1’s LAN ports to a computer’s Ethernet port. You can also connect to the router wirelessly using the wi-fi name and passkey. Allow a few moments for them both to boot up. You’ll need a web browser to connect to the admin user interface of Router 1. Type the IP address for Router 1 into the address bar at the top of your web browser. This opens the router's admin login screen. Check the user's manual or manufacturer's website to find the default IP address for Router 1.  Here are some default IP addresses for common router brands:  2Wire: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.254, 10.0.0.138 Apple: 10.0.0.1 Belkin: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.2.1, 10.0.0.2, 10.1.1.1 Dlink: 192.168.1.1, 192.168.0.1, 192.168.0.101, 192.168.0.30, 192.168.0.50, 192.168.15.1, 192.168.254.254, 192.168.1.254, 192.168.0.10, 192.168.15.1, 10.0.0.1, 10.0.0.2, 10.1.1.1, 10.90.90.90, Netgear: 192.168.0.1, 192.168.0.227 This opens Router 1's admin user interface. Check the user's manual, or the manufacturer's website to find the default username and password for the Router 1.  Most router's use "admin" as the username and password. You can also try "Password" or "12345678" as the password. For some router's, the username or password is left blank.   If you’re using the right password but still can’t connect, check the user's manual or manufacturer's website to learn how to reset the router's to it's factory settings. This will allow Router 1 to assign all of the IP addresses in your network.  You can usually find these settings under “Network settings,” or “LAN settings.” The admin user interface layout is different from one router make and model to another. In most cases, the DHCP server is turned on by default. Visit any website (like https://www.wikihow.com) to verify that you can connect to the Internet. Make sure that the physical configuration of your network leaves room for one LAN port to be open on Router 1. Remove the Ethernet cable between Router 1 and the computer. Everything else can remain on and plugged in.

Summary: Connect the modem to the first router. Connect Router 1 to a computer. Turn on the modem and Router 1. Open a web browser. Enter Router 1's IP address in the address bar. Log in using Router 1's admin username and password. Enable DHCP on Router 1. Test your network and internet connection. Disconnect Router 1 from the computer.


Both the main perfume and your travel bottle include a covering cap. Gently lift off the cap from both. Then, twist off the sprayer from the glass or plastic travel bottle. This way, you can easily refill from a splash bottle of perfume.  Splash perfume is applied by pouring a small dab of perfume or cologne onto your neck or wrist, rather than spraying it into the air. If your travel bottle comes with a decorative, metal casing, simply slip it off so you can see how much perfume is in the travel bottle. This method does not work for metal perfume atomizers. Use a tiny craft funnel to easily pour in your perfume. The funnel easily fits into the top of your glass or plastic travel perfume bottle. The funnel catches every drop of your perfume so none of it is wasted upon transfer. Once the travel bottle is full, twist the sprayer back into place, and put the cap on top. Then, slide the travel bottle into the casing if it came with 1. In addition, replace the cap on your splash perfume bottle.
Summary: Remove the cap from the main bottle and the sprayer of the travel bottle. Place a small funnel at the top of the travel bottle. Replace the sprayer, casing, and cap on your travel bottle.