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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.
From Military to Mainstream: The Evolution of the AR-15
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The ArmaLite AR-15 rifle has become a hot-button issue in the American landscape. Where did the rifle originate and how did it become so controversial?
How Driverless Cars Will Work
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Driverless cars could help ease traffic congestion, lower pollution and prevent accidents. Learn more about the technology behind driverless cars.
How Thermal Imaging Works
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Thermal cameras take photos of heat, rather than visible light. Find out how temperature is captured as an image.
Can house music solve the energy crisis?
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Can house music solve the energy crisis. Learn how dance clubs are helping alleviate the energy crisis by installing piezoelectric floors.
How does the Internet work?
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The Internet lets you transfer information around the world in seconds. But the pieces of your file may not all get there the same way. How does all that data get where it's supposed to go without getting lost?
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.
Is science phasing out sleep?
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Human beings have always found ways to ward off the effects of sleep deprivation. The newest wake-up pill has all of the benefits of caffeine and amphetamines with none of the down sides.
7 Famous Folks Who Were Also Doctors
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These folks abandoned their medical careers to get involved in other lines of work and make their names.
How the Wikipedia Scanner Works
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The Wikipedia Scanner uses records to trace the IP addresses of anonymous Wikipedia editors. Learn about the Wikipedia Scanner and Wikipedia Scanner consequences.