Do not sit so far away that you have to strain to read the text. 16–24 inches (40.6–61.0 cm) is a good distance, depending on your eyesight and the size of the screen.  Consider changing the settings to show larger text on every site accessed on your browser. Specialty applications on your computer may be able to do this. Additionally, there are options in your web browser to change this feature. People blink at least half as much as normal when staring at the computer screen, because people usually squint and your eyes are not made for looking at monitors. It may be hard to remember to do this constantly, so every now and then you can close your eyes for a few seconds. You can do this using with artificial tears or eye drops. This is especially helpful before and after long periods of time with computer use. A well-hydrated eye optimizes eyesight. Stay hydrated so you are sure your eyes can make tears. If you have a fan on your desk, you  may consider moving it to avoid drying out your eyes. Direct air movement can reduce your eyes natural moisture. If you find your office or room too dry, consider using a humidifier. This can circulate and introduce more moisture into the air and keep you and your eyes moist.
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One-sentence summary -- Sit further away from the screen. Blink. Lubricate your eyes. Avoid direct air movement. Humidify your work-space.


You can't expect to build larger and stronger muscles unless you're giving your body the food it needs to increase muscle mass. To estimate how many calories you need to consume, multiply your body weight in pounds by 15-17 calories (e.g. if you weigh 170 lbs. multiply that by 16 to get a daily calorie intake of 2,720). If you aren't gaining the muscle mass you want after a few weeks, bump up your calorie intake by 10%.  Look on bodybuilding websites or talk to bodybuilders to find out ways to get the calories you need for muscle gains. Make sure the foods you're eating are healthy and nutritious – don't just load up on junk food and empty calories. Protein is the building block of muscles, so if you want to accelerate muscle growth you should eat 10-25 g of protein with each meal or snack. Lean chicken, lean beef and fish provide your body with the protein it needs to burn more calories and create lean muscle.  Grass-fed beef also contains a variety of essential vitamins and minerals in addition to protein that help the body build muscle, such as vitamin B12, heme iron, zinc, creatine, and carnosine.  You should aim to eat approximately 1 g of protein per pound of body weight. This means you'll have to adjust your protein intake as your weight fluctuates. If you don't eat meat, it may be more difficult for you to accelerate muscle growth, but it's not impossible. Even if you do eat meat, you should supplement your meat-based protein sources with those that are plant-based.  Soybeans, nuts, and legumes are excellent sources of protein. Almonds, for example, are a good snack to eat before a workout and can be added to a fitness shake. Get organic foods if possible, or stick to those with little to no additives and preservatives. The fewer additives and preservatives the body has to break down, the more effective these foods will be at helping you build muscle. Carbs can give you energy while you're working out – but the wrong carbs could result in blood sugar crashes that destroy all the work you've done to accelerate muscle growth.  Look for low-glycemic carbohydrates such as apples, pears, whole grains, sweet potatoes, and beans. Read nutritional labels carefully and choose carbs that also are higher in fiber and lower in calories. Flax seeds are a good source of omega-3, fiber, and protein, while flaxseed oil does not contain fiber and is highly unstable. Flax seeds also contain a solid amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation. Reducing inflammation in your body means your muscles won't be as sore after intense workouts, and also that they will recover at a faster rate. There's a reason the cartoon character Popeye ate spinach. Leafy green vegetables such as kale and spinach have a high nutritional content, low fat, and high soluble fiber, making them vital if you want to accelerate muscle growth. Leafy greens also have the added benefit of protecting your body from cancer and cardiovascular disease. Quinoa is a grain that has more protein and fiber than rice or oats, and also contains high amounts of manganese, magnesium, and phosphorous. You can choose from red, black, or white quinoa. Drinking water is perhaps the most important thing you can do to accelerate muscle growth. Sip water during your workouts, and drink a pint of water for every pint of weight lost through sweat.  Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water a day, or more, to ensure your body is adequately hydrated before you exercise. Adequate hydration also ensures that your body can transport the nutrients you consume efficiently. Eating healthy foods won't help you much in terms of building muscle if those nutrients never reach your muscles.
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One-sentence summary -- Consume a surplus of calories. Eat a lot of protein-rich foods. Include plant-based proteins. Choose your carbs carefully. Use flax seeds rather than flaxseed oil. Consume a lot of leafy greens. Replace rice with quinoa. Stay hydrated.


Power down your computer and turn off the power switch located on the back of your computer case, near the power cord socket. Remove the case door and locate the memory slots on the motherboard. The slots, which are approximately 4.5 to 5 inches (10 to 12 cm) long, typically will be lined up in a row of 4 to 8. Depending on amount of RAM installed on your system and the number of memory slots on your motherboard, some of the slots may be empty. Choose a memory stick on the outside edge of the row of slots that seems easiest to access. Notice that there are 2 plastic tabs situated on either side of each memory slot. Place your thumbs squarely onto the tabs on either side of the memory stick you wish to remove, and press down firmly but gently. The memory stick will rise partially from the memory slot. Grasp the memory stick between your thumb and forefinger and pull it out the rest of the way. Document the name of the manufacturer and the memory type information. Reinsert the memory stick by lining it up with the slot, then press down, applying equal pressure on each end with your thumbs. The tabs on either side of the slots will rise up and lock into place. Replace the case door and turn on the power switch.
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Prepare your computer to remove a memory stick. Remove a memory stick to obtain the RAM information. Write down the information printed on the side of the memory stick and reinsert.