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How to Wipe a Computer: 10 Things to Do

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You may think you got rid of your personal data before you donated your old computer, but how can you be sure without smashing your hard drive? Read on and we'll show you how to wipe a computer.

How Ketchup Works

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As people begin to prefer spicier sauces, what's the future of ketchup? Find out from HowStuffWorks.

How Lipstick Works

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Lipstick is something most women have used. But do you know what ingredients are in lipstick or how it was discovered? Learn how lipstick works.

5 Hardware Upgrades That Give You the Most for Your Money

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There are hardware upgrades that can extend the life of your current computer. See the five hardware upgrades that give you the most for your money.

Nissan 350Z Design

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The Nissan 350Z design was geared to make the car an attainable performance vehicle. Learn more about the Nissan 350 design and check out pictures.

How Nuclear Bombs Work

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Nine countries hold the 13,000 nuclear weapons in the global stockpile. That's less than during the Cold War but it doesn't change the fact that these bombs are still a threat to global humanity. So how do they work and are we close to nuclear war?

How the Nintendo 3DS Works

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The Nintendo 3DS portable video game system lets you play in 3-D without having to wear special glasses. See how the Nintendo 3DS works.

How Helicopters Work

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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.

10 Big Questions in the U.S. Gun Control Debate

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The U.S. gun control debate is controversial and multifaceted. Learn about 10 of the big questions in the U.S. gun control debate at HowStuffWorks.

How DNA Works

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DNA contains genetic material that gets passed down to each successive generation. Learn about DNA and find out what information each strand of DNA contains.

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