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How WiGig Works
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An emerging standard known as WiGig may make a difference in wireless networking. Learn about WiGig, what makes WiGig unique.
What are high-efficiency washers?
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Whether you want to protect the environment or protect your clothes from wear and tear, high-efficiency washing machines are picking up momentum in the marketplace. Talk about going green: You'll even save some cash on your electric and water bills.
How Rail Guns Work
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Rail guns leave gunpowder-based weapons in the dust (one can hit a target 250 miles away in six minutes). So why isn't the military using them? Find out how rail guns can be used and learn about the limitations of this technology.
What was the most peaceful time in history?
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What was the most peaceful time in history? Was it the Pax Romana? The era of the Mongol Empire? Today? Read about the most peaceful time in history?
How Does AI Work?
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AI already can outperform humans in some narrow domains, but in the future AI may go inside the human brain to enhance intellectual capabilities, turning users into human-machine hybrids.
Constellations of Internet Satellites Will Beam Broadband Everywhere
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Lots and lots of satellites could vastly expand the world's access to broadband coverage. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How a Microgrid Works
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A microgrid is explained in this article. Learn about a microgrid.
How GPS Phones Work
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GPS phones can pinpoint a location, give directions and provide information about businesses. Learn about GPS phones and how GPS receivers determine a location.
How Transistors Work
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The transistor moved the world from power-hungry vacuum tubes to portable solid-state electronics. Learn about transistors and how they changed electronics.
How Gerrymandering Works
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Gerrymandering has always been a problem, but technology has made it a lot worse. Find out how gerrymandering works in this HowStuffWorks article