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How did the Internet start?
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The start of the Internet can be traced to the government program called ARPA. Learn about the start of the Internet and the role of ARPA.
How City Councils Work
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City councils have a lot of responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about city councils.
Who Invented the Toilet? A Brief History of the Flush
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Who invented the toilet? While we wish it were so, it wasn't Thomas Crapper. Surprisingly, toilet design hasn't changed much since the first "water closet" patent in the 1500s.
What Would Happen if a Solar Storm Hit Earth?
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Solar flares disrupt Earth's magnetic field when they hit the planet, causing issues with power and GPS. But if a major solar storm hit Earth, the consequences could be catastrophic.
What If the Oceans Disappeared?
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People would look underground for water and maybe just stay there to escape the fiery hell on Earth's surface. But could humanity really last without the seas?
10 Factors That Affect Your Car's Resale Value
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Trying to sell or trade in your car? Lots of things you might not expect will influence how much you can get for it. HowStuffWorks talks 10 of them.
Is printing still relevant?
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Whether you print at home or in an office setting, odds are you do so less than you used to. Is printing still relevant? Find out.
Can You Pass This Mexican History Quiz?
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Mexico is a colorful nation with a complicated and violent history. The region has seen the rise and fall of empires and political dynasties spanning centuries. What do you really know about Mexican history?
How Electric Cars Work
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Sales of electric cars keep soaring and the technology just keeps getting better. So how do electric cars work and just how green are they?
How Grid Computing Works
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Grid computing systems share hardware resources to work on projects. Learn how grid computing can be used to solve complex problems.