This article provides guidelines on how to deal with noisy neighbors, which is the most common source of noise pollution complaints. Included are tips on where to find a copy of your local noise ordinance and how to approach your neighbor.

The CNet editors provide detailed reviews of six leading noise-canceling headphones, which can be as useful to isolate you from your son's stereo as they are to tune out the roaring of a plane's engines.

When everything else fails, regain control of your sound environment by masking undesirable noises. We have tested Pure White Noise's CDs and found them to be quite effective at drowning external noise into a neutral sound stream.