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Why is the keypad arrangement different for a telephone and a calculator?
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It's one of those seemingly-unexplainable lapses in logic -- Why do these two digit-based devices order their number keys in exactly opposite ways?
Deep Sea Jellyfish Have 30-foot-long Tentacles
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In the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean, far below where visible light can reach, swims one of the strangest animals on Earth: the deep sea jellyfish. These mysterious creatures thrive in a zone so dark and pressurized it's nicknamed the midnight zone.
How LAN Switches Work
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We wouldn't get very far without LAN switches -- bedlam would break loose at each network junction. Learn how LAN switches work.
How MOAB Works
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When the U.S. Air Force tested the MOAB last year, it tested one of the largest conventional bombs ever built. MOAB stands for Massive Ordnance Air Burst, and it's not for the faint-hearted. Find out how it fits into the U.S. arsenal.
1945-1952 Jeep: Willys Postwar Jeep
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The Willys Jeep came into its own in the years following World War II. Learn about the postwar Jeep, including modifications for civilian use.
How C-4 Works
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C-4 is a powerful explosive that's used in terrorist attacks all over the world. Find out what C-4 explosives are and what C-4 explosives can do.
How Cruise Control Systems Work
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Cruise control is already an amazing system, and it's evolving into something a lot more powerful. Learn how cruise control works and check out some of the adaptive systems in development.
How FireWire Works
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FireWire transmits data to and from high-bandwidth digital devices faster than USB. Learn what FireWire is, how it works, and when you'd use it.
How Virtual Office Assistants Work
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Virtual office assistants are a growing trend in today's professional world. Learn more about how virtual office assistants work at HowStuffWorks.
How do bonds work?
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People buy bonds as investments, similar to buying stocks, but bonds are much less risky than stocks. Learn how bonds and bond trading work.