INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you’re using different types of glass, make sure they have the same coefficient of expansion (COE). Glasses with different COE’s will crack during the cooling process. To test the compatibility of two separate glasses, fuse two small pieces of them together and then let them cool. If you notice any cracks or evidence of stress in the glass, you know the two glasses have different COE’s. Make sure the cleaning agent you use is designed specifically for glass. Spray your glass with the cleaner and wipe off any dirt, oil, dust, or residue on the glass with a clean towel. This will prevent your final product from looking spotted or foggy when it comes out of the kiln. Use a small kiln if you’re only planning on doing a few minor fusing projects. If you’re going to be using it a lot and you want to work on several projects at once, consider investing in a larger kiln. Whatever size you choose, make sure it has an accurate temperature monitor on the outside. Opt for a kiln that’s designed specifically for firing glass. If you can’t find a kiln designed for glass, you can use a kiln meant for ceramics, but the results might not be as good. Make sure it can withstand temperatures of up to 1700 degrees Fahrenheit (927 degrees Celsius). The kiln shelf is what you’ll set your glass on when you’re ready to fuse it in the kiln. You can find a kiln shelf online or at your local ceramics store. Your molds should also be able to withstand high temperatures of up to 1700 degrees Fahrenheit (927 degrees Celsius) because you’ll be putting your glass on them and setting them in the kiln. The slumping molds you use will determine the shape of your glass after you fuse it in the kiln. Shop online or in-store to find molds that you like. Use a fiber paper that can withstand high temperatures, or use a kiln primer and wash it off after it sets. Apply your glass separator of choice to your kiln shelf and any molds you plan on using so your glass comes off easily. Get a pair of safety glasses and fusing gloves so you don’t injure yourself during the fusing process. Invest in some cheap dust masks to protect your lungs from dangerous dust and glass particles in the air. Shop for these items at your local hardware store or order them online. Use a quality glass cutter that has a comfortable grip. You’ll also need cutting pliers. There are three main types of cutting pliers:  Running pliers. Running pliers are used to apply pressure on the glass so score lines break evenly. Grozing pliers. Grozing pliers are used to chip away pieces of glass that you don’t want before you begin fusing. Breaking pliers. Breaking pliers are used to break glass apart along the lines you’ve scored.

SUMMARY: Gather the glass you want to use. Clean your glass using a cleaning agent. Find a kiln to do your fusing in. Get a kiln shelf. Choose a few slumping molds to shape your glass. Apply a glass separator to keep your glass from sticking when you fuse it. Purchase the basic safety equipment. Get the necessary glass cutting tools.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: As you go through treatment, you may want to consider discussing your treatment plans with your family.  Tell them about your diagnosis, along with the stage of your cancer. Explain to them the surgeries you will have to remove any tumors you have, and the chemotherapy treatments that will follow. Talk to your loved ones about any options you have for taking part in a clinical trial or undergoing targeted therapy. Discuss how your cancer will affect your family life and career. Dealing with any kind of cancer can be difficult, but dealing with ovarian cancer may be particularly difficult. The cancer and treatment may lead to infertility, which may cause you emotional pain. You may also experience negative feelings where your femininity is concerned. You may just be scared because you have cancer. No matter what you are feeling, you should seek help if you are having trouble dealing with your cancer.  You can get a referral to a therapist or counselor. Your treatment center, clinic, or hospital may have a counselor that deals specifically with cancer patients. If you are depressed, you may find talk therapy to be helpful, or you may choose to take antidepressants. As you go through your treatment, you may find that you need additional support. You may be able to find a support network of friends and family, or you may choose to go to a cancer support group. Talking to others who have gone through what you are going through can help you as you undergo treatment.  Many cancer organizations offer 24-hour hotlines where you can call and talk to trained specialists. You can voice your concerns, fears, and questions and receive feedback. There are also online support groups where you can talk to others who have had ovarian cancer. As you go through your treatment, you should make healthy lifestyle changes to help keep you healthy and strong. Eat a balanced diet, get plenty of rest, and find ways to relieve stress.   A balanced diet includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, protein, grains, and dairy. You should increase your vegetables and fruits and try to fill each plate halfway up with vegetables. Choose low-fat sources of protein and dairy, and choose complex carbohydrates. Limit refined carbohydrates and sugar.  Everyone relieves stress differently. You can try yoga, deep breathing exercises, or meditation. You can go for a walk, spend time with friends and family, read a book, or listen to music. Cancer treatments can be emotionally, mentally, and physically draining. When you tell your family or friends about your cancer and treatment, ask them for help. You may need someone to help you with household chores, cooking, or other tasks during this time. For example, say, "Since I have ovarian cancer, I may need help around the house. Would you be willing to help me out a couple of times a week?"

SUMMARY: Consult with loved ones. Seek mental care. Find a support group. Make lifestyle changes. Ask for help.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you have a laptop, the USB ports are probably on the left or right side of the housing. Desktop users may find the USB ports on the back or the front of the desktop tower, though iMacs have the USB ports on the back of the monitor itself. There are two main types of USB ports found on modern computers:   USB 3.0 — A thin, rectangular slot that's about 3/4 of an inch (a little under two centimeters) wide. You should see a chunk of plastic in the upper half of this slot. USB 3.0 slots are found on the majority of Windows computers and on most Mac computers manufactured prior to 2016.  USB-C — A thin, oval slot that's about 1/2 of an inch (a little over a centimeter) wide. These are most commonly found on MacBook and MacBook Pro computers, though some Windows laptops also have USB-C ports. If your computer has both types of port, you're free to use whichever port you like depending on your USB flash drive type. Look at the metal connector end of your flash drive:  If the connector is rectangular and has a piece of plastic taking up part of the connector, you have a USB 3.0 flash drive. If the connector is oval and has no piece of plastic inside of it, you have a USB-C flash drive. If the flash drive that you want to use is a USB 3.0 version but your computer uses USB-C ports, you'll need to buy a USB-C adapter and plug it into the USB-C port on your computer. This is most common on MacBooks and MacBook Pros from 2016 and up, though some Windows computers also have only USB-C ports. If you're using a USB 3.0 flash drive, make sure that the plastic piece in the flash drive's connector is at the bottom of the flash drive so as to slide under the piece of plastic that's at the top of the USB 3.0 port.  USB-C flash drives can be inserted either way. If you're using a USB-C adapter, you'll plug your USB flash drive into a USB 3.9 slot in the adapter instead.

SUMMARY:
Locate your computer's USB port. Determine your computer's USB port type. Figure out which type of flash drive you have. Buy and attach an adapter if necessary. Plug your flash drive into your computer.