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How to Access the Dark Web
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Are there legitimate reasons to seek out the dark web? Sure. We explain what's on the dark web, how to access it and why you'll want to proceed with a healthy dose of caution.
10 Types of Computers, From Wearables to Supercomputers
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Do you know the different types of computers? Take a look at our list of 10 types of computers and learn about laptops, wearables, PCs and smartphones.
If You Pass This Pop Culture Quiz You're Probably a Millennial
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Tamagotchis, cell phones and the internet are the things that helped shape you. You grew up in the '90s and 2000s, and now's your chance to prove how much you remember by taking this quiz!
The Letter 'Ñ': How a Tilde Saved Space for Medieval Scribes
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The letter "ñ" is Latin small letter (aka lowercase letter) found in Spanish words. A tilde (the squiggly line over the letter) distinguishes "ñ" from "n" and gives it different pronunciation. For instance, in Spanish, "ano" is pronounced "ah-no" and "año" is pronounced "ahn-yo." And for the record, these two words have very different meanings as well.
How the African Diamond Trade Works
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Blood diamonds in Africa are sold illegally to fund civil wars and terrorism. Find out about blood diamonds in Africa and the African diamond trade.
Will the U.S. Ever Run Out of Telephone Numbers?
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The list of usable phone numbers runs into the billions, but the number is not infinite. So, what happens if we run out?
How Abandonware Works
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Abandonware is generally defined as any software that's at least a few years old and is no longer distributed or supported by its owner. Learn more.
How The Pirate Bay Works
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Pirate Bay is a controversial file sharing Web site. Learn what Pirate Bay is, what it offers and the legal issues surrounding Pirate Bay.
How Well Do You Remember the 2000s?
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Did you spend your nights taking care of your Neopets? Remember who Facebook was actually created for? When did the King of Pop pass away? Test your knowledge about one of the most memorable decades of recorded history, the 2000s!
How Well Do You Remember the 2000s?
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Did you spend your nights taking care of your Neopets? Remember who Facebook was actually created for? When did the King of Pop pass away? Test your knowledge about one of the most memorable decades of recorded history, the 2000s!