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LAV filters should be sufficient for almost all video files.  Disable everything else.

Some MKV files recognized only as Audio files

%AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs

How to add app shortcuts to the Start menu manually on Windows 10

Here are links to a number of Youtube videos on useful knots to tie.

Top Five Useful Knots for camping, survival, hiking, and more
5 Knots Everyone Should Know
How to tie a proper Bowline knot
How to Tie the Most Useful Knot in the World (Bowline)
Most Useful Knot - How to Tie Alpine Butterfly Knot Loop & Bend 3 methods
An Easy Knot for Stringlines That Unties with a Tug

Here are a number of links about soundproofing homes.

7 Best Ways To Reduce Bass Noise From Neighbours
Soundproof: What Works And What Doesn't!
Soundproofing Cheap Tricks
How to Soundproof a Wall - 7 Easy DIY Ways!
Green Glue VS Mass Loaded Vinyl - What's Better For Soundproofing?
How to Control Noise with Green Glue - Install steps & tips
Mass Loaded Vinyl
Heavy Duty High Sound Automatic Door Bottom
Resilient Channel Vs Sound Isolation Clips - All The Facts!
15 Best Ways on How to Soundproof a Door
Green Glue vs Resilient Channel For Soundproofing
ONE BEST Way to Soundproof a Wall - Condo & Townhouse!
resilient around doors and windows
Soundproof: What Works And What Doesn't!
How to Soundproof a Room!
QuietRock vs Double Drywall: Which Is Better for Soundproofing?
Destroy Outside Noise With Indow Window Inserts!
Indow Window Inserts

Here are some articles on how to uninstall carrier/OEM bloatware *without* root access.

How to Uninstall Carrier/OEM Bloatware Without Root Access
Remove ALL Bloatware from any Android Smartphone without Root