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How FireWire Works
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FireWire transmits data to and from high-bandwidth digital devices faster than USB. Learn what FireWire is, how it works, and when you'd use it.
Explaining Diameter Measurements Used in Wire, Nail, and Bullet Sizes
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Bullet size is measured in calibers, but how are wires and nails measured? Learn about bullet size and caliber in this article.
Can You Hotwire a Late-model Car?
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Is hotwiring a car as easy as it looks in those heist flicks? Yes and no. HowStuffWorks explains.
What do the little boxes that the phone company has around our neighborhood do?
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If you have underground phone wiring in your neighborhood, you'll see many of these little boxes. Learn how underground phone wiring works.
How Inductors Work
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An inductor is little more than a coil of wire. Sound simple? Well, it is -- but that coil of wire can do some pretty cool things! Learn all about inductors!
How Power-line Networking Works
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No new wires! Power-line networking uses the wiring already in your house to connect your computers. Learn about the pros and cons of a power-line network and how to set one up.
How Bluetooth Works
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Bluetooth allows electronic equipment to connect without wires. So how does it work?
Why Feeling Clean Feels So Good
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Human beings are hard-wired to function better in a clean environment. HowStuffWorks looks at why.
What is steel wool made of?
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Steel wool is made of aluminum, bronze or steel wires. Learn what steel wool is made of from this article.
How to Install a Suspended Ceiling
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A suspended ceiling can cover a lot of flaws and obstructions, including pipes, wiring, and ductwork. Here's how to install one.