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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.
10 Fantastic Fads of the 1990s
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We like defining decades by their trends, fads and fashion. The '90s are a little hard to define, because the '80s were so easy to describe, but here are a few fantastic fads that are all '90s, all the way.
How the Spanish Inquisition Worked
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The Spanish Inquisition calls up a scene of torture and religious persecution. Explore the Spanish Inquisition, from its origin to the trials to how it ended.
The Milky Way: Understanding Our Place in the Galaxy
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A look at the night sky at any time of year will reveal a faint band of light stretching across the sky -- our solar system's home, the Milky Way. How much do we really know about it?
How Tabloids Work
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Tabloids cover everything from celebrity scandals to the outrageously bizarre. Learn how tabloids find stories, how tabloids avoid lawsuits and tabloid history.
How Carbon Offsets Work
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Carbon offsets are a form of trade that funds projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Learn about carbon offsets and carbon offset programs.
Can You Finish the Most Famous Movie Quotes of All Time?
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Say "hello" to our little friend! We're eager to see just how many of movies' most-famous quotes you can identify within it. "Fasten your seatbelts; it's going to be a bumpy night!"
Are These Christmas Traditions From the Past Real or Fake?
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Are you sure you know about the real origins of tree decorating? What about the reason we send Christmas cards every December? This quiz will leave you knowledgeable about all things Christmas past - and how those traditions shape our experiences today!
Can You Match These Classic Cartoon Duos to Their Show?
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These are the animated duos who kept you entertained as a kid with their comical antics, inviting demeanors and the occasional pie in the face routine. Now, see if you can remember which cartoons brought these characters to life.
Can You Name the Celebrity Just by Gazing Into Their Eyes?
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Stay focused and keep your peepers open during this quiz. You'll need them to stare longingly into the eyes of today's hottest stars! Will you be able to name them without seeing the rest of their faces?