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 General Sites 

See also : Computer Guides and Tutorials -- Online Education

• DIY Network (videos)
  Do-It-Yourself articles and tutorials in topics ranging from autos to wooodworking.
• eHow.com (some videos)
  "eHow is the world's most popular place to find clear instructions on how to do just about anything."
• ExpertVillage (videos)
  "Our mission is to build a world-class repository of how-to videos and articles featuring advice from recognized experts in their fields."
• How Do I ...? (videos)
  Custom Google search for instructional videos.
• How Stuff Works
  An incredible number of explanations of how things work, from atoms to zoos.
• How to Mend It
  "Find out how to mend just about anything."
• Instructables (videos)
  "Instructables is a web-based documentation platform where passionate people share what they do and how they do it, and learn from and collaborate with others."
• Lifehacker: Cheat Sheets
  Tips and 'cheat sheets' on a variety of topics including both computer and non-computer skills.
• MonkeySee (videos)
  How-to videos.
• SimplyChecklists
  This site is meant to "provide a simple way to help others organize, achieve goals and live a better life one check mark at a time."
• SuTree (videos)
  "Learn virtually everything by watching how to videos from all over the web."
• Tricks of the Trade
  Hints on everything from computers to cleaning, from folding sheets to finding your way in the woods, from tending cut flowers to improvising instrumental mutes, and much more.
• wikiHow
  "wikiHow is a collaborative writing project to build the world's largest, highest quality how-to manual."
• Wired How-To Wiki
  "A collaborative site filled with all kinds of projects, hacks, tricks and tips you can edit." Mostly but not entireley tech-related.
• Wonder How To (videos)
   Wonder How To is your guide to free how to videos on the Web. Search, Browse and Discover the best how to videos across the web using the largest how to video index on the web."
• VideoJug (videos)
  "Life explained on film."

 Specific Answers 

• 72 Hours
  "In a major disaster, it might be several days before vital services are restored. ...Find out how you can prepare yourself and your family for an emergency. You can also learn what to do in response to a specific disaster, like a tsunami, just in case."
• Balloon HQ
  Not about ballooning in the sky, but about balloon art. How to make various balloon creations, balloon history, toys, games, artists, and more.
• Cell Phone Users - In Case of Emergency
  Do you have ICE - In Case of Emergency - phone numbers stored in your cellphone? This article explains why you should.
• GetHuman Database
  Tired of being shunted from phone menu to phone menu? Here is a list of companies with the phone tricks you can use to actually reach a human directly.
• Home Cleaning Tips / How To Clean Anything
  Advice from cleaning professionals on cleaning things in and around the house or apartment.
• HomeEc 101
  "What you wish your mama taught you."
• How To Clean Stuff
  Guides and a blog on cleaning everything from clothes to cars.
• How to Maintain a Mountain Bike
  Illustrated guide.
• Mr. Manners (audio)
  Short weekly podcasts about manners and etiquette.
• Swim Healthy, Swim Safely
  "Swimming and wading can be fun, active, and healthy ways to spend time. Keep yourself and your loved ones safe and healthy as you head for the water!" From the CDC.
• Zombie Survival Kit
  Are you prepared to survive a zombie plague? (humor)