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How Steampunk Works
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Steampunk refers to an art form that adds an antiquated Victorian aesthetic to modern technology. Learn about steampunk and steampunk technology.
How Sound Cards Work
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Before the invention of the sound card, a PC could make one sound -- a beep. Sound cards truly ushered PCs into the world of multimedia. Learn how a sound card allows a computer to create and record real, high-quality sound.
Can You Match the Vintage Logo to the Company?
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Get to know the logos of companies that produce the amazing products that make life so much easier. Challenge your understanding of vintage symbols. Explore the fascinating world of graphic design, where less is more and brand recognition is everything!
How Maps Work
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A map is a type of language, a graphic way of representing information, whether it's to show population density or tell you how to get from Point A to Point B. Here's how they're made.
Can You Name All of These Kids Toys From the '80s?
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If you're an '80s kid, you probably have a killer sense of nostalgia for the toys you played with when you were younger. From the Snoopy snow cones to robots in disguise, can you name all of these toys you had (or wanted really bad) in the 1980s?
Who Wins and Loses in a Trade War?
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When nations get into disputes about trade, it often results in unintended consequences. HowStuffWorks looks at the history of trade wars.
How GPS Watches Work
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A GPS watch links to a net of synchronized computers orbiting Earth to provide you with highly accurate data. Learn what you can do with a GPS watch.
12 Companies That Completely Reinvented Themselves
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You might be surprised at what some of today's biggest companies used to do. Here are 12 companies that completely reinvented themselves.
How Credit Cards Work
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Credit cards have an interesting history. Learn how a credit card works, from the numbering system to how you can get rid of that high interest balance.
What's new with Internet Explorer 8?
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Internet Explorer 8 is Microsoft's latest browser, released in 2009. It has many new and improved features. Learn about Internet Explorer 8.