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Understanding USB Types and the Flexible USB System
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You can find Universal Serial Bus connectors on just about every PC made today. But when it was introduced, USB was leaps and bounds ahead of the technologies it replaced. What makes this standard so useful?
How Do Mountains Form?
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If geology has taught us anything about Earth's history, it's that nothing is permanent. And that goes for mountain ranges, all of which are constantly rising and falling.
The Perseid Meteor Shower Is Back. Here's What You Need to Know
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It's a celestial gift in the middle of August. Just look up for a spectacular sight.
What does 'digitally remastered' mean?
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Sound engineers can remove flaws from recordings. Learn more about digital remastering at HowStuffWorks.
What is Thunderbolt technology in a Mac?
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Thunderbolt is an input/output technology. Find out how Apple and Intel are innovating on this integral part of computing systems with the Thunderbolt technology.
How Horsepower Works
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Horsepower rates the engine performance of cars and even lawn mowers. Learn what horsepower means, how it is measured and how it works in high-performance cars.
Do Marfa Lights Come From UFOs, Cars, the Military or Ghosts?
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You would have to drive 500 miles (805 km) east of the tiny desert town called Marfa to reach Dallas, and just 60 miles Southwest would take you to the Rio Grande and the Mexican border. This desolate landscape is dominated by Mitchell Flat, broken intermittently by low, rolling peaks of the Chinati Mountains.
The Largest Bird of Prey: Tallest, Heaviest and Widest Wingspan
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The largest bird of prey is a raptor that dominates the air with its massive wingspan, incredible strength and razor-sharp talons. The biggest birds aren't just impressive because of their size; they're also some of the most powerful predators in the avian world, from the highest peaks of South America to the vast forests of Asia.
Cyclone vs. Hurricane: Differences Between These Major Storms
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Both are destructive storms that can pack powerful winds and devastating storm surge. So how are they different? Or are they?
10 Countries With Perfect Climates
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A perfect climate means different things to different people. These 10 countries span the globe and offer a wide range of climates to satisfy any taste -- hot, cold or in-between.