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How Fingerprint Scanners Work
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Your fingerprints are not only unique; they're also very hard to fake and even harder to misplace. What better ID to use in a security system? Learn how fingerprint scanners know it's you.
5 Basketball Variations to Play in Your Backyard
What are some basketball variations to play in your backyard? Learn about basketball variations to play in your backyard at HowStuffWorks.
10 Political Scandals
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Politicians have given the world plenty to talk about over the years. See our list of 10 political scandals, including Watergate.
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.
10 Times Humanity Found the Answer (and Then Forgot)
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Could humanity be even farther ahead if we hadn't forgotten what we'd learned centuries ago? Learn about 10 times we forgot answers at HowStuffWorks.
How the Freedom of Information Act Works
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The Freedom of Information Act gives citizens access to government materials, but not every document is made public. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
How Warp Speed Works
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Warp speed would enable you to travel faster than the speed of light. Learn about warp speed and whether it's a scientific possibility or just a sci-fi dream.
How French Traditions Work
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What kind of traditions are celebrated in France? Find out about French traditions at HowStuffWorks.
How Aquaponics Works
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Aquaponics is the farming of both fish and crops in one system. The crops thrive on the fish waste. Learn more about aquaponics.
How Netbooks Work
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Netbooks are ultra-portable computers that are even smaller than traditional laptops. Learn all about the pros and cons of netbooks.