Q: Click the "Apple button" in the upper left corner of your screen. Select "About This Mac". Click "More Info." If your Mac is one of the following models, you can run Mountain Lion (OS X 10.8) :  iMac (Mid 2007 or newer) MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer) MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer) MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer) Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer) Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer) Xserve (Early 2009) From the same "About This Mac" screen, check what version of OS X is currently on your computer . If you are running Lion (10.7.x) you can directly upgrade to Mountain lion. If you are currently running OS X Leopard or an older operating system, first you need to upgrade to OS X Snow Leopard, before you can upgrade to Mountain Lion. You can do this at the apple store or here http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard .    {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/e3\/Upgrade-to-Mountain-Lion-Step-2Bullet1.jpg\/v4-460px-Upgrade-to-Mountain-Lion-Step-2Bullet1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/e\/e3\/Upgrade-to-Mountain-Lion-Step-2Bullet1.jpg\/aid2986612-v4-728px-Upgrade-to-Mountain-Lion-Step-2Bullet1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":349,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"552","licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>License: <a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/3.0\/\">Creative Commons<\/a><br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"} Update to the latest version of OS X Snow Leopard before you purchase Mountain Lion . To do this click the "Apple icon" and click "Software Update" to install Snow Leopard v10.6.8 and enter credentials if prompted .
A: Find out what computer model you have. Check what operating system you have. Update current system.

Article: Band directors vary in terms of how directly involved they are with their band. It's your job to discuss the practical running of the band with the director. You will need to work with the musicians to meet goals set by the director. The director must respect you and your concerns. Likewise, you should respect the director's requests and decisions. Realize that this won't always be easy. You'll need to be able to handle criticism, both from the director and from your peers. You must also be comfortable with discussing problems or concerns with fellow musicians. This goes hand and hand with respect. You should be able to command the attention of your musicians while inspiring them to perform at their best. This requires you to exude confidence and be there to provide encouragement and feedback. Being enthusiastic and passionate about the band is critical in order to inspire your musicians. Showing your excitement and enjoyment of the music and performances will signal to your musicians that you appreciate what they do. They'll also be more likely to invest time and energy into the band if they feel that they're part of a larger community that cares. It's your job to be the role model of that community. In addition to motivating the band musically, you should set an example when it comes to neatness and appearance. Make sure your uniform is clean, wrinkle-free, and properly buttoned or fastened. Presenting a well-kept image tells the musicians that you take your job seriously and expect them to as well.  Obviously, you won't always need to wear your uniform. For rehearsals and practices, wear something comfortable, but avoid looking disheveled. The band is still looking to you for guidance and you'll still be interacting with the band's director. Maintain a professional attitude regardless of the situation. You'll also need to be physically fit since conducting is physically demanding. You may be required to conduct while marching forward or backwards, run up and down the field, and even carry a baton or mace while marching. You might also have to run around on a large field, given the size and movement requirements of a marching band.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Liaise with the director. Be a role model for the band. Dress the part.

Problem: Article: Silica is used as a desiccant, meaning that it wicks away excess moisture. What causes your pumpkin to start rotting and molding? Excess moisture. The two are a devilishly simple but effective combination. Check your closet or dresser drawers, as you may have left some lying around from recent purchases. If you can't find any, packets of silica are available in bulk for very economical prices online. Silica packets are largely available with the following items:  Beef jerky Shoes and shoe boxes Cat litter Don't leave any lying around for your pets because, while silica gel itself is nontoxic, sometimes manufacturers add other toxic chemicals (for example, cobalt chloride) to the product. Remove the top of the pumpkin. Take a silica bead and embed it into the interior of the pumpkin. Don't stick the bead in so far that it changes the appearance of the pumpkin's exterior. When applying the beads, use 3/4 grams of silica for every 100 cubic inches of pumpkin.
Summary: Find some silica gel packets. Remove silica beads from their packets. Embed the silica into the pumpkin.

Q: Gently washed the newly exposed skin with warm water and antibacterial soap. Pat dry with a clean, soft towel when done.  Gently lather the area with antibacterial soap and warm water for 30 to 40 seconds. Rinse the soap away, then clean the area again for another 30 to 40 seconds in the same manner. Patting the area dry, rather than scrubbing it, prevents the wound from reopening. The physician, nurse, or other healthcare professional in charge of your treatment may have specific instructions regarding the proper care of your wound once the Steri-Strips are off. It is recommended that you check with your healthcare provider for any necessary continuation of care.  If there are no special requirements, you should care for the wound simply by washing it gently and letting it dry completely before covering it with anything (bandages, clothing, etc.). Avoid exposing the wound to sunlight since excess sun can irritate the area and cause the scar to turn red. Depending on your circumstances and the speed at which your wound is healing, your physician or nurse may recommend that you apply more Steri-Strips or another type of bandage over the area for a few more days. Wounds that have been closed with strips and then left open can often become dry. Ask your doctor about a viable cream to apply to keep the area moist and reduce scarring. Creams with silica in them or Vitamin K have been shown to help reduce scarring.
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Wash the area with antibacterial soap. Talk to your doctor about proper wound care.