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How the Year 2000 Problem Worked
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Until recently, computer programmers used two-digit placeholders for the year portion of the date in their software. Guess what happened when we realized the system couldn't account for the first two numbers? Mass panic.
How the Fed Works
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Think the U.S. economy works only by supply and demand? Not so. If you own a house, have a bank account or write checks, the Federal Reserve System affects your everyday life. Find out all about the Fed.
How Electronic Notifications Work
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Electronic notifications keep large organizations and individuals informed and in touch 24/7. Learn more about benefits and applications.
Atlanta Program Teaches Students 'De-escalate or Die'
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A pilot program in the Atlanta Public School system is teaching students de-escalation strategies during one of the city's worst crimewaves in decades. Will it work?
How Power Brakes Work
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Power brakes are fairly ingenious machines -- these systems allow you stop a car with a simple twitch of your foot. Take a look inside the black cannister that provides the power.
How Hackers Work
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Hackers with bad intentions make up a surprisingly small percentage of the hacker community. Learn more about hackers and how hackers help the computer world.
What Does a Server Do?
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A network server is a computer system used as the central repository of data and various programs that are shared by users in a network. Learn about network servers from this article.
Car Seats: Fast Facts
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Get fast facts on car seat safety, and easy-to-read explanations on harnesses, the LATCH system, and what to look for when buying car seats.
How Speech Recognition Works
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Speech recognition allows people to compose documents and control their computers with their voice. Learn about the basic types.
How long do alternators last?
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How long do alternators last? Find out how long alternators last at HowStuffWorks.