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How Music Clouds Work
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Thanks to music clouds, you can access enormous libraries of music virtually anywhere you can get Internet access. Learn all about music clouds.
Who popularized the term 'virtual reality'?
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The concept of virtual reality is nothing new, but we bet you didn't know that a quirky, math-loving, dreadlocked dude is famous for coining the term. Meet Jaron Lanier.
How Does AI Work?
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AI already can outperform humans in some narrow domains, but in the future AI may go inside the human brain to enhance intellectual capabilities, turning users into human-machine hybrids.
How Digital Matte Painters Work
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Digital matte painters make some of your favorite movies come to life. Check out HowStuffWorks to learn more about digital matte painters.
How Cutting Your Own CD Works
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Looking to create a demo CD of your work? If you don't have the money to pay for time at a pro recording studio, there are other avenues. Find out what you'll need to cut your own music CD at home.
What Is Leap Year? And Why Was 1900 a Non-leap Year?
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February is an unusual month, especially when it comes to leap years. In this article, you can read about why we use leap years and how the year 2000 was a leap year and 1900 was not.
10 Jobs for Introverts Who Struggle With Social Burnout
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Some people thrive in the spotlight. Others shine brightest behind the scenes. If you're someone who values alone time, deep focus, and quiet environments, you're not alone—which is why we compiled a list of the best jobs for introverts.
How to Defrag Your Hard Drive
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If you defrag your hard drive you might be able to speed up your computer. Learn how to defrag a hard drive and get tips on maintaining your computer.
How Screensavers Work
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Screensavers used to be necessary due to CRT monitor quirks -- now, they're mostly used for entertainment and security. Find out what a screensaver is and how it knows when to kick in.
How Operating Systems Work
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The operating system controls your computer's tasks and manages system resources to optimize performance. Learn how your operating system works.