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How Operating Systems Work
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The operating system controls your computer's tasks and manages system resources to optimize performance. Learn how your operating system works.
How Web Operating Systems Work
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Web operating systems are virtual operating systems that run in your Web browser. Learn more about Web operating systems at HowStuffWorks.
Can Your Computer Run Without an Operating System?
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Operating systems like Windows or the MacOS are par for the course. But what if there wasn't an operating system? Would the computer still, well, compute?
Are touch-screen interfaces changing operating systems?
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Touch-screen interfaces are everywhere. Find out if touch-screen interfaces are changing operating systems and if so, how.
How Automobile Ignition Systems Work
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The ignition system brings your car's engine and subsystems together. Learn about the parts of your ignition system and innovations in ignition systems.
How the Judicial System Works
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The U.S. judicial system is a complex, fascinating system. Learn about the U.S. judicial system, federal courts, the U.S. Supreme Court and grand juries.
How the Metric System Works
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Ever heard of a little unit called a femtometer? Can you tell us how much you weigh -- in petagrams? We know you can't, so hurry up and start reading. We have work to do.
How the Google File System Works
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The Google file system is the name for Google's search data storage system. Learn more about the Google file system at HowStuffWorks.
How Car Cooling Systems Work
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A car engine produces so much heat that there is an entire system in your car designed to cool the engine down to its ideal temperature and keep it there. Learn all about fluid-based cooling systems.
How Pre-Collision Systems Work
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Pre-collision systems are designed to prevent accidents. Learn all about pre-collision systems at HowStuffWorks.