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How Deep Is the Ocean?
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The ocean is so deep, it puts the height of Mount Everest to shame.
How Steam Engines Work
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Steam engines powered all early locomotives, steam boats and factories -- they fueled the Industrial Revolution. Learn how the steam engine produces power!
How CEOs Work
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The CEO of a company makes a lot of money and has access to the private jet -- so how did he or she get this clout? Learn what a CEO's responsibilities are.
Is the Dream of Cold Fusion Still a Possibility?
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Though a highly publicized 1989 cold fusion breakthrough was subsequently discredited, research is still being conducted in hopes of future success.
Ghost in the Machine: When Does AI Become Sentient?
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A Google engineer made headlines for claiming that an AI called LaMDA had become sentient or conscious. While many AI scientists disagreed, what would it take for an AI to ever become sentient?
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
How Well Do You Know American Myths and Legends?
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Each question tests your knowledge of American myths, legends, tall tales and even some historical icons, with four possible answers. Do you think you know American mythology?
How Digital Fingerprinting Works
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Digital fingerprinting can track and protect copyrighted files online. See how digital fingerprinting works and how it affects online privacy.
How the iQ Car Works
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The iQ Car is a new four-seat passenger concept vehicle that was designed by Toyota. Find out what the iQ Car is and learn about iQ Car features.
What is the future of the Internet?
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Can we predict the future of the Internet? See how communication, transactions and entertainment might develop in the future of the Internet.