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How CFL Bulbs Work
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CFL bulbs are eco-friendly alternatives to traditional bulbs. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about CFL bulbs.
How Scanners Work
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Before the digital camera explosion, flatbed scanners were the way to get images into a PC and online. These devices turn images on paper into data you can access on a computer. Find out how scanners analyze, process and transfer images.
How does a halogen light bulb work?
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A halogen light bulb is slightly different from a regular light bulb. Find out what makes a halogen light bulb different and how a halogen lamp works.
How Camera Flashes Work
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A camera flash seems like a pretty basic device, but there's actually some interesting circuitry at work. Find out how a flash charges up and see exactly what happens the instant it goes off.
How Plasma Displays Work
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Flat-panel plasma displays are quickly surpassing bulky CRTs in terms of sales. Learn about plasma technology.
How does an Indiglo watch work?
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When I push a button on my Indiglo watch, the entire face emits a green light. How does that work?
How Light Bulbs Work
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The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world. Learn what happens when yo
How Luminol Works
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Have you seen investigators on crime shows who spray some stuff on a "clean" carpet and suddenly -- blood stains! Well, of all the fictional technology on TV, it turns out this stuff is real! Find out how luminol reveals the blood.
Top 5 Ways to Save Money on Home Lighting
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Saving money on home lighting can lighten your spending habits. In this article, learn 5 ways to save money on home lighting by HowStuffWorks.com.
My scanner has a resolution of 9600x1200 dpi -- what do those numbers mean?
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Scanners vary in resolution and sharpness, and their dots per inch (dpi) are determined by two "sampling rates." Find out how they affect your scanner's functionality.