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How Well Do You Know the US Government?
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The US government is one of the largest and most influential on earth, but most Americans don't understand how it works. Put your government know-how to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
How are terrorists tracked, and what does it cost?
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How are terrorists tracked by the FBI and other government agencies? Learn about tracking terrorists in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Why is it still necessary to crash test vehicles?
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Automakers and government agencies stage auto crash tests to gather vehicle data and driver response information. Read about auto crash tests here.
How the National Security Council Works
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The National Security Council provides advice to the president on intelligence matters and coordinates activities in various government agencies. At least in theory. In reality, each U.S. president has used the council in the way that suits him.
How Do You Become a Ufologist?
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If you're considering a hobby or career as a "ufologist" or paranormal investigator, there are a handful of routes that don't involve being personally abducted or applying to a secret government shadow agency.
How Broadband Over Powerlines Works
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Imagine plugging your computer into any electrical outlet in your home and having high-speed Internet access instantly. This service is already available in a few cities in the United States, but there are groups and government agencies fighting to block its proliferation. Learn how powerline broadband is possible and what the controversy is all about.
What does a state treasurer do?
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What does a state treasurer do? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what a state treasurer does.
Uncovering the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina - 8 Years Later
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Explore the impact of Hurricane Katrina. Understand its devastation and aftermath. Learn about the history of Hurricane Katrina today.
How Customs Works
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To most people a trip through customs is just another stop in an airport or a country's borders. But customs agencies do much more for their countries' governments. In fact U.S. Customs raises more revenue than any agency except the IRS. Find out why and how they do it.
How Does the U.S. Government Declassify Top Secret Documents?
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The FBI's seizure of top secret files from Donald Trump's home shined a spotlight on the declassification system. How does the process work?