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How Driverless Car Racing Works
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With a little more technology tinkering, driverless cars could take over the racetracks. Learn more about these automated wonders at HowStuffWorks.
How Burlesque Works
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A true burlesque performance doesn't have to depend on taking off clothes. It's about telling a story. Find out how burlesque works at HowStuffWorks.
What Is an SSD and How Does It Work?
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We know your digital life is important to you - all those apps, files, photos, and music. But here's the 50-million-dollar question: Is a solid-state drive (SSD) or a hard disk drive (HDD) the right technology for the job? What is an SSD, exactly? Read on to find out!
How Power Drills Work
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Whether you're drilling holes or screwing screws, power drills make finishing most home improvement jobs much faster. Learn all about power drills.
10 Ways to Alter Your Existing Floor Plan
If you've outgrown your home but don't want to (or can't) move, it may be time for a "renovation intervention." Here are some ways to expand your existing floor space.
5 Medications Prescribed for Off-label Use
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Off-label drugs are prescribed to treat conditions they're not approved to treat. HowStuffWorks looks at five of the most common off-label drugs.
How Dehydrated Food Works
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Dehydrated food has a long history. Find out how snacks and other foods are dehydrated and if dehydrated foods are healthy.
Railroad Expansion
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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.
How Packard Cars Work
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Packard was once a leader among automakers, but changing tastes and poor business decisions doomed the brand. Learn more about Packard cars.
What Is an Algorithm?
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When you use programming to tell a computer what to do, you also get to choose how it's going to do it. So, what is an algorithm? It's the basic technique used to get the job done.