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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 Ouija Boards Work

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A key ingredient of horror films, junior-high slumber parties and occult practices, the Ouija board has been fascinating and scaring people for more than a century. But does it really contact the spirit world, or is there a more logical explanation?

How Ghouls Work

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Blood-sucking vampires and brain-munching zombies tend to hog all the undead credit, but we think ghouls deserve a macabre article all their own. Read it -- if you dare.

How Pacifism Works

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Pacifism doesn't always mean complete opposition to violence. Learn how peace and war factor into the philosophy of pacifism at HowStuffWorks.

How much do pharmaceutical test subjects get paid?

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There are people who participate in clinical trials for their career. Learn just how much pharmaceutical test subjects get paid at HowStuffWorks.

10 Most Infamous Stains in History

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Spills are a daily occurrence, but some leave an indelible mark on history. Here are 10 spots that no amount of cleaner can ever wash away from the public record.

How Paramedics Work

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Paramedics are trained in prehospital care and are often involved in emergency situations. Learn more about how paramedics save lives every day.

How Mermaids Work

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She's a Disney princess, a Starbucks Coffee logo and a metaphor for transformation. Occasionally, she's even "photographed." Why are humans so fascinated with these creatures?

10 Cooking Shows That Changed the Way We Eat

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Cooking shows have done more than just entertain us. They have also changed our interaction with food. See 10 cooking shows that changed the way we eat.

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