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How the UPC Code Works
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Nearly every item that you purchase from a grocery store, department store, or mass merchandiser has a UPC code on it somewhere. Ever wondered why? Let's find out how the average UPC code works!
Quiz: Is your computer secure?
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Yes, computers can make life easier, but they also can put your private information at risk. Find out how much you know -- or don't know -- about computer security by taking our quiz.
Who Owns the Copyright, AI or the Artist?
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Navigating copyright law has never been more confusing. With the onslaught of AI in art and content, is copyright law now as good as dead?
How Computer Forensics Works
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Computer forensics works to analyze information on computer systems in an attempt to find evidence for a trial. Learn about computer forensics.
How College Rankings Work
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College rankings can be useful in selecting a college, but are these college rankings accurate? Can they be trusted? Read more about college rankings.
Why would there be no more fish in 40 years?
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According to a study published in Friday's issue of the journal Science, there will be no seafood left to catch by 2048. Learn more about seafood at HowStuffWorks.
Does 'to the cloud' mean the same thing as 'let's Google that'?
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'To the cloud' and 'let's Google that' are common tech phrases. But what do they mean? Find out if 'to the cloud' and 'let's Google that' mean the same thing.
Can Someone Track My Phone? Take the Right Precautions
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"Can someone track my phone?" is the question everyone wants to know but nobody wants to ask. And sadly, the answer is yes: smartphones and social networking can make us vulnerable to surveillance. Find out how to protect your mobile phone (and yourself) right now!
How Do Television Ratings Work?
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How do television ratings work? How do they figure out how many people are watching a show?
How the Large Hadron Collider Works
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To understand the universe better, scientists from all over the world are going to harness the power of an enormous machine -- the Large Hadron Collider.