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You can use System Restore to roll your system back to a point before the update was installed. You won't lose any personal files, but any programs installed or uninstalled in the interim will be reverted.  Open the Control Panel and select "Recovery." If you don't see the "Recovery" option, select "Large icons" or "Small icons" from the "View by" menu. Select "Open System Restore" to open the System Restore utility. Restore points are created automatically when new programs or updates are installed. Depending on your System Restore settings, you may have many restore points or just a few. Old restore points are deleted automatically to make room for new ones. You may be able to check a box in the lower-left corner to view all available restore points. This will generate a list of all of the programs, drivers, and updates that will be removed or restored when rolling back. Programs and drivers that are restored may need to be re-installed to function properly. Once you click "Finish," your computer will reboot and roll back to the restore point. This may take a little while to complete. After your computer successfully rolls back, Windows will start and a dialog will appear indicating that the restore is complete. After restoring, see if getting rid of the update file fixed your problems. You'll likely need to re-install or uninstall any programs or drivers that were restored during the roll back process. If the system restore process doesn't work, or makes things worse, you can undo it and revert your computer to how it was before restoring. Open the System Restore tool again and select "Undo System Restore" to undo the last system restore you performed.

summary: Open the System Restore tool. Select the restore point you want to roll back to. Click "Scan for affected programs." Confirm that you want to perform the restore process. Test your computer. Undo the system restore if problems occur.


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Depending on the quality of sound you are trying to attain in your recording, you may need to use a sizable amp to richly capture the upper and lower range of your ax, as well as features like distortion and sizzle. Using the equipment available to you, decide which amp best achieves your target sound quality. A "guitar amp" is frequently referred to, professionally, as a speaker cabinet. This is due to the fact that traditional amps are a combination of both speakers and an amplifier contained in a housing, called a cabinet. For home recording, it may not be possible for you to record your wicked guitar solo at the volume you need without being interrupted by family, neighbors, external noises, or a visit from the police due to a noise complaint. If your location is not conducive to recording at your target volume, you might consider:  A change of location. Sound dampening measures (blankets, sound absorbing foam, etc.). Using amp volume-output control equipment, like a power soak or speaker chamber/closet. A homemade "sound closet" will allow you to crank the volume on your amp without having to worry about external noise or complaints from neighbors. Find a closet or cupboard that can comfortably house your amp and then insulate the walls and door with sound blankets to deaden the sound.  Sound blankets or sound absorbing material can be bought at many hardware stores, sound production equipment stores, or online. Two layers of sound blankets is generally sufficient for noise reduction. A power soak is a supplemental piece of equipment used in-line to reduce the volume output of an amp while maintaining tone and sustain. The signal moves through the line to the power soak, which absorbs part of the full power of the amp. This adjusted signal is transmitted  to the amp, resulting in quieter volumes. A Power Soak converts the power of your amp into heat and can become very hot. Use caution and follow the directions that came with your power soak for best operation. A speaker chamber is an insulated wooden box built with its own speaker and microphone stand. This box works on the same principle as a studio isolation booth on a smaller scale.  Speaker chambers can be bought at local music/sound production stores or online. These units are even used in a professional studio environment, or sometimes on-stage to reduce stage noise. Different styles of microphone are able to capture different ranges or qualities of sound. Some mics, like the Sennheiser e906, are designed expressly for the purpose of recording a guitar cabinet. Test your mic by:  Placing it 6" to 8" away from your speaker. Positioning it to be slightly off center from the speaker cone. Listening to the mic with headphones to check sound quality. Adjusting the position of the mic until you find the "sweet spot." NOTE: low-end sound can best be captured with your mic at a closer distance (2" to 5"). If you have found that your mic really doesn't capture sound the way you need, you'll have to research to find the right mic for your situation. For example, you might use a large diaphragm condenser mic to capture crisp, pop rock tones. However, you should be able to achieve consistently good recordings with the use of either a common:  Dynamic instrument microphone Ribbon microphone

summary: Evaluate your amplifier. Gauge the target volume of your amp. Build a sound closet for budget mic recording. Consider the use of a power soak. Purchase a speaker chamber, if appropriate for your situation. Judge the quality of your mic. Purchase a more suitable microphone, if necessary.


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In anticipation of passport processing times, apply for your passport as soon as possible. Passport applications can be completed online and printed, or you can obtain one from a United States post office that has passport acceptance services.  If you already have a passport but it will expire while you are working in Canada, go ahead and update it before you leave to avoid any future headaches. Many people move to Canada with a 4-year visa, so keep that in mind when reviewing yours. If you need to expedite your passport, you can request and pay for a faster application processing service. If you have family moving with you to Canada, make sure to get their passports and documents arranged, too. You can do this several months before you move to Canada. In fact, doing so is recommended, so you can start building a good credit rating there. To get started, contact the local bank to your future province in Canada. These banks can even have new debit cards waiting for you when you arrive in Canada and they can help you with transferring your funds from your current country to your new Canadian bank account. Before moving from your home country, don’t forget to close down all of your open accounts, including your internet provider services, electricity and other utilities, and whatever else you may have open.  Don’t forget to cancel your current subscriptions and arrange to have your mail forwarded to your new address before you leave. Start making your travel arrangements as soon as you are able to. If you plan to fly, there are airlines that offer discounted one-way air fare for people moving to Canada, so look into that possibility. The decision will be made based on what type of visa you’ve secured. If you’re driving, start planning your route, research which checkpoint you will go through when crossing the border, and begin making preparations to get through border patrol smoothly. You can obtain this information through CIC’s website.
summary: Obtain or update your passport early. Open a Canadian bank account. Settle your finances. Book your flight or plan your drive.