From your desktop, click on "Start" to launch your Programs menu. Click "Run" and type in “incommand” (for Windows 95, 98, and ME) or “INCMD” (for Windows NT, 2000, and XP), without the quotation marks. This will call the command prompt by launching a black window. If your Windows operating system is newer or doesn’t have the Run option from step 1, you can find the command prompt by navigating through the Programs menu.  Click on "Start," then "All Programs." Look for the Accessories folder and open it. Click on "Command Prompt." This will call the command prompt by launching a black window. You can skip this step if you’ve already found the command prompt from step 1. In the command prompt window, type the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value].  There’s a space in between each command. This is quite technical, but just follow the syntax. The next few steps will explain the parameters of the syntax. In the syntax from step 3, after the command “ping,” type in a URL or website address you commonly use. This is the website the command will send a ping to. For example, use www.yahoo.com or www.google.com. In the syntax from step 3, the last parameter states “MTU value.” This pertains to the test packet size in bytes that would be sent together in your ping. It’s a four-digit number. Try to start with 1500. If you use Yahoo’s website, the syntax would be as follows:  ping www.yahoo.com –f –l 1500 Press "Enter" on your keyboard to send the ping. After the ping, the results will be shown on the command prompt. If the results display “Packet needs to be fragmented but DF set,” this means the packet size isn’t optimal yet. Proceed to step 8. Reduce the packet size by 10 or 12 bytes. You’re trying to figure out the correct packet size that won’t need fragmentation. Repeat step 6 using the adjusted or reduced MTU value.  Repeat steps 6 to 9 until you don’t see a message saying that the packet still needs to be fragmented. Once you don’t see the message anymore, proceed to step 10. Once you have a packet size or MTU value that doesn’t fragment, increase this value in small increments. Try increments of 2 or 4 bytes. Send another ping using the adjusted or increased MTU value. Repeat steps 10 to 11 until you determine the largest packet size that won’t be fragmented. Take the maximum packet size you got from the ping tests and add 28 to it. These 28 bytes are reserved for the header data. The resulting value is your optimal MTU setting.
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One-sentence summary -- Launch the command prompt. Search for the command prompt. Set ping syntax. Set a URL. Set a test packet size. Send the ping. Read the diagnosis. Reduce the MTU value. Resend the ping. Increase MTU value. Resend the ping. Add 28 to the MTU value.


Using a warm, wet cloth, take a few passes at the spot to get the worst of the mess out of the way. Because of the way carpet and fabric upholstery are made, much of the droppings will collect and harden at the top of the fibers, making the bulk of it easier to wipe away. Use pinching, pulling motions with the wet cloth to coax the droppings out of the carpet or upholstery. Depending on exactly what type of surface you’re cleaning and what materials it’s made of, you’ll want to purchase some special cleaner that is guaranteed to work safely on that surface. Most standard carpet cleaners or all-purpose household cleaners will be mild enough to work on any kind of carpet, and foaming upholstery cleaners can be found at any supermarket or drugstore. Spray enough cleaner onto the spot to cover what’s left of it. If you do not have any specialized carpet cleaner on hand, you also have the option of mixing up a gentle solution consisting of mild laundry detergent, vinegar and warm water. Give the cleaner two or three minutes to sit on the spot. The chemical compounds in the cleaner will begin to eat away the hardened stain, making it easy to wipe away later. Use a damp washcloth to go over the spot once again. The stain-fighting power of the cleaner combined with the force of scrubbing by hand should be enough to take the spot out of your carpet or upholstery. If any traces are left after scrubbing, spray a little more cleaner on the spot, let it sit, then make a second attempt.  Scrub forcefully to ensure that you get as much of the dried-on mess out of the deeper layers of the carpet as you can. Always wash any washcloth or towel that comes into contact with bird poop right away.
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One-sentence summary -- Give the spot an initial go-over. Spray on some upholstery care or carpet cleaner. Let the cleaner start to work on the spot. Wipe away the remaining mess.


Dark colors tends to be more office-appropriate than bright hues, so opt for jeans in a solid color such as maroon, plum, or navy. No matter what color you select, make sure your jeans fit well and are not ripped or distressed. The best work jeans will be uniform in color, made of a thicker grade of denim, and not too tight.  Skip jeans with embellishments such as studs or rhinestones to keep a more polished, professional look.  Skinny or low-slung jeans may be considered inappropriate for some offices. If you work in a conservative setting, play it safe with wide-legged, higher-waisted jeans. If you work in a more formal setting, pair your jeans with a formal blouse or tucked-in collared shirt. For a more casual look, you can also try a simple tank top in a nice, silky fabric. Either way, stick with a neutral colored option. White, cream, grey, tan, and black are all good bets. At a loss? A crisp white button down goes well with nearly any colored jeans. For a more formal look, add a blazer in a dark neutral color like camel, navy, or black. A blazer will dress up even more casual colored jeans and make the whole look more office appropriate. For chillier days, a classic tan trench coat is also a good option for topping off your colored jeans outfit.. To ensure your look remains professional, finish it off with a pair of nice, office-appropriate shoes. A pair of loafers, flats, or ankle boots work well with most pants. If you work at a more formal office, you can dress your look up with some simple pumps. Skip large belts and flashy jewelry. The colored pants on their own will make enough of a statement for office environments.
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Choose a darker colored denim for a professional look. Pair with a conservative blouse in a neutral color. Top the look with a classic blazer or trench coat. Keep your accessories and shoes understated.