Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Check the video out ports on your MacBook Air. Purchase the right cable. Connect one end of the cable to your Macbook. Connect the other end of the cable to an HDMI port on your monitor. Turn on the monitor and your MacBook. Select the proper video source on the monitor. Click the Apple icon  on your MacBook. Click System Preferences. Click Displays. Click Display. Press and hold the Options key. Click Detect Display.

Answer: In order to connect to a monitor, your MacBook needs either an HDMI port or a MiniDisplay Port.  An HDMI cable is about 3/4 of an inch wide with the bottom slightly smaller than the top. A Mini Displayport is square shaped with the bottom corners cut. It's the exact same shape as a Thunderbolt port. A Thunderbolt port and Mini Displayport have the same shaped port, but they are not the same.  Check the labels on the port.  A Mini Displayport has an icon that resembles a screen.  A Thunderbolt port has an icon that resembles a lightning bolt. Once you have determined what type of video out your MacBook uses, you'll need to purchase either an HDMI cable or Mini Displayport cable, depending on the port on your MacBook.  Make sure you get a cable that is long enough to connect your MacBook and your monitor.  If need be, measure the distance between the devices. Mini Displayport cables have a Mini Displayport plug on one end, and an HDMI port on the other end of the cable.  You can also purchase a Mini Displayport adapter to connect an HDMI cable directly to a Mini Displayport. If your monitor you are using does not have an HDMI or Mini Displayport, you can purchase an adapter from Apple or another electronics retailer.  These include a MiniDisplay-to-DVI, and MiniDisplay-to-VGA adapters, as well as HDMI-to-DVI adapters. Match the shape on the end of your cable to the HDMI or Mini Displayport on your MacBook and connect it. Use the other end of the cable to connect to a free HDMI port on the monitor. If there is more than one HDMI port on your monitor, make a note of which port you are connecting to.  HDMI ports are usually numbered. Press the power button on both your MacBook and the monitor. If the video has more than one HDMI or video input port, press the button on the remote or monitor that says Source, Input, Video In or similar.  Select the number port you connected your MacBook too.  You may see your MacBook display on the monitor automatically. If it does not appear automatically, continue to the next step. It's in the menu bar in the upper-left corner of the desktop.  This displays the Apple menu as a drop-down. It's in the Apple menu on your Mac. It's below an icon that resembles a monitor in the System Preferences menu. It's the first tab at the top of the Displays window. This displays a button that says "Detect Displays" in the lower right corner of the Window. It's in the lower-right corner of the Display windows.  Your MacBook will scan for connected displays.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Have topics ready to discuss. Always have an activity on-hand. Meditate beforehand.

Answer: Consider your thoughts on every political, cultural, religious, and scientific topic that you find interesting. Even if your only interest is something simple like video games or movies, explore that interest in your mind. By talking about information and opinions rather than emotions and relationships, you will be able to keep your cool and avoid painful topics, without alienating the girl as a friend. Because you are already enthusiastic about these topics, you will find it easy to talk about them when you have a captive audience – in fact, you may find it difficult to stop talking once you start. Obviously, a shared activity can be interpreted as a date by either party, so it is important to avoid planning things like going out for dinner together. Instead, have pastimes in mind for those times when you find yourself alone with the girl you like in your house, or hers, or in a car with nothing to do. Carry a deck of cards, or even suggest taking some time to help each other study. Just keep it pedestrian. The important thing is to avoid situations where mixed signals can enter the equation, such as cuddling together on a couch or stargazing on a country road. Remember, you want to get over her, not make things worse. Always have a backup plan to avoid this kind of “romantic” downtime. Meditation has several benefits, not the least of which is improved clarity of mind. Even a person who is experiencing a tumult of emotion on the inside can stay calm for long enough to have an evening out with a friend if he or she learns to focus ahead of time. At its most basic, meditation is as simple as breathing deeply and being still in a quiet place while focusing on yourself. Tell yourself that you will stay in control and remain focused on getting over your attraction, and carry that focus with you when you go to see her.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Pack your important documents in your carry-on. Follow the cruise line’s instructions. Take into account local cultures. Bring your tech to capture the trip. Pack entertainment for downtime. Use the cruise's basic toiletries or bring your own. Pack layers for any kind of weather. Don’t overpack.

Answer: Your larger luggage will likely be delivered to your room later in the day, so it's important to keep all your important documents in your carry-on, such as passports, visas, tickets, and insurance information, as well as your wallet, personal toiletries, and a change of clothes. Generally, the cruise line will provide you with information about onboard dress codes and how to dress for each day. These vary between casual, informal, resort casual, and formal, depending on the day's activities.  Generally, cruise lines will expect you to dress nicely on and off the ship, so remember that swimsuits and extremely casual wear are only allowed around the pool area and when participating in active excursions. In the cruise restaurants and main areas, you are expected to dress nicely and modestly.  Coming to a port in scruffy clothes is considered disrespectful, so take time to dress well on days on shore as well. When packing, remember to do a bit of research on local cultures and customs so you can dress appropriately. For example, when traveling in certain Middle Eastern countries, you’ll need to dress modestly and women will need to bring scarves to cover their head and shoulders. Pack your camera, GoPro, tablet, and laptop to use on the trip and record your memories, and don't forget the corresponding chargers as well. Check on the price of wifi before using the cruise ship's internet, as the rates can be quite high. While the cruise will likely have many activities to participate in, you may want to bring some entertainment of your own for a quiet afternoon or a beach day.   Bring books and magazines, as the ship's library may have some options but likely won't be extensive. For wildlife-focused excursions, bring a pair of binoculars. If you're traveling with kids, consider bringing some inflatable water toys. If you plan on snorkeling often, bring your own gear and avoid rental fees. While the cruise line will generally provide basics like shampoo and shower gel as well as low-power hair dryers, you may want to bring your own. If you're cruising through a sunny area, you should also bring lots of sunscreen along with any other personal toiletries and medications. Since you are traveling through a region, you may experience a variety of weather situations. Bring layers like sweaters, jackets, and sweatshirts to be more prepared. This is especially important when cruising in cold climates, such as Alaska. You may even need to bring fleece jackets, hats, and gloves. Packing light will keep you from paying high baggage fees and carrying around excess luggage. Also, the cruise ship will likely have a laundry service for you to utilize if you do need to reuse some of your clothing.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Figure out a viable schedule. Discuss the pros and cons of her last job. Consider how her interests and skills have changed. Decide if a temporary job is necessary.

Answer:
It will be helpful for both you and your wife if you have a plan for how to juggle your new schedule. Think carefully about your wife's responsibilities and limitations when deciding how many hours she can reasonably commit to working each week.  If you have children, think about when your wife will need to be home to care for them. If she needs to be able to pick them up from school everyday, a full-time schedule may not work.  If your wife is recovering from an illness, be sure to consider how many hours she will be able to work without further damaging her health. Don't push her to do more than her body can handle.  Keep in mind that there are other options besides full-time and part-time employment. Depending on your wife's skills and your family's financial situation, she may be able to find work-at-home opportunities or even start her own business. The last thing you want is for your wife to go back to a job or industry she hates, so be sure to discuss whether or not she was happy at her last job. Your wife will be much more willing to return to work if she can do a job that she genuinely enjoys.  If she enjoyed her last job, encourage her to contact her previous employer to find out if there are any job openings that would be right for her. If this is not an option, brainstorm other job opportunities that would offer similar rewards and challenges. If she did not enjoy her last job, talk about what it was that she didn't like. It's important to understand if she didn't like the specific company she was working for or if she didn't like the kind of work she was doing. If she didn't like the kind of work she was doing, she may need to pursue something completely different. If your wife has been out of work for an extended period of time, going back to the same kind of work that she used to do might not be the right fit for her anymore. Sit down with your wife and discuss what has changed for her since she last worked.  She may have discovered a new passion during her time away from the workforce. If this is the case, brainstorm different job opportunities that would allow her to pursue this passion. Your wife may also have different priorities now than she once did. For example, she may not be interested in returning to a job that requires constant travel if she wants to be able to spend more time with the family. If this is the case, brainstorm job opportunities that would utilize her skills, but would not require travel. If your wife needs help deciding what she wants to do, encourage her to see a career counselor. If your financial situation is urgent, your wife may not have the luxury of being able to wait around for the perfect job. If this is the case for your family, sit down with your wife and talk about the possibility of her taking a temporary job to help pay the bills. Make sure she understands that you want her to continue looking for her dream job while she is working at her temporary job. Be supportive if she dislikes what she is doing and help her seek out opportunities for a job that will be more fulfilling.