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NSA Best Practices on Network Security

The need for basic network security has led the NSA to create a 9-page PDF with some of the best ways to protect your home (or work) network!
How 5 Minutes of Practice Can Lead to Real Change

It seems counter-intuitive, but a 5 minute per day practice plan can lead to long-term improvement.
Two Music Practice Styles: Assembly Line vs. Kanban

Most students practice like they are working on a Ford assembly line. But a method developed by Toyota in the late 1940’s can unlock so much more.
Starting (and Maintaining) A Practice Routine

When is a good time to start (or improve) your practice routine? Right NOW! Here are some ways to start (or tweak) your practice for maximum results.
Taking a Summer Practice Break

The summer is a prime time for taking a bit of a break from the horn. However, there are a couple of things to consider to make sure you’re prepared AFTER your break is over.
Atomic Practice

Two practice strategies to help students develop a consistent practice habit and improve their technique at the same time.
Practice Tools: Complementary vs. Competitive

There are two kinds of practice tools: tools that help ONLY when you use them, and tools that help AFTER you use them. Here’s a look at both types.
A Small Trick for More Reward and Motivation to Practice

If you’ve been needing more motivation, just one or two small changes may be able to get you started on building better habits.
Hard to Make Time for Practice? Try Habit Stacking

Sometimes it can feel impossible to add a new habit from scratch. That’s where the technique of “habit stacking” can help!
Practice Results Most Obvious AFTER Sleep

You won’t get better without practice. But you won’t see the real benefits of practice until you sleep.