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What Uses the Most Electricity in a Home?

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Sure, your hair dryer or toaster sucks up a lot of kilowatt-hours during the short time it's on, but what are the truly big drains on your home energy budget?

Do cows pollute as much as cars?

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Cow flatulence produces the greenhouse gas methane, which is linked to global warming. Find out how scientists are working to reduce cow flatulence in livestock.

Are ice blocks better than air conditioning?

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Air conditioning with ice blocks is taking root among some of the world's most powerful companies. Learn how air conditioning with ice blocks works.

How the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Works

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The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano climbs from 0-100 mph in seven seconds flat. Learn more about the most powerful front V-12 GT Ferarri has ever produced.

What is the Longest Time Someone Has Gone Without Sleep?

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A man in Cornwall, England, went 11 consecutive days without a wink of sleep. Find out how he did it, why he did it and why you shouldn't give it a try.

How Emergency Notifications Work

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Emergency notifications provide instant alerts. Find out how they work.

How Composite Decking Works

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Composite decking is commonly used in deck and patio construction. Learn more about composite decking at HowStuffWorks.

Inside "Hotel For Dogs"

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"Hotel for Dogs" tells the story of siblings who take in dozens of stray dogs. Learn how filmmakers kept up with so many animals in "Hotel for Dogs."

Inside 'Knight Rider'

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Knight Rider is being resurrected after the success of a TV movie. Find out more as we go inside Knight Rider.

When you sit at your computer, browsing the Internet, playing video games and running word processors, it's easy to feel like you're in control. But have you ever thought about what really makes your desktop or laptop run?

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