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Why Ransomware Is the Perfect Hack
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Thousands of ransomware attacks happen every single day in the U.S. Learn more about the malware that could hold your data hostage.
28 Industrial Revolution Inventions That Shaped Our World
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Many inventions during the Industrial Revolution caused Europeans and Americans to move from an agricultural economy to an industrial one and changed the world forever. What were the top 10?
How Bad Is America's Infrastructure, Really?
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The Senate just crossed a hurdle to get a bipartisan infrastructure bill signed. It could pay for new roads, bridges and other installations that a country needs to function. But why is infrastructure so notoriously hard to fund in America anyway?
Why the 1933 London Tube Map Is Still Considered Design Genius
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Before 1933, getting around London on the massively confusing Tube system was a nightmare. That's when draftsman Harry Beck stepped in and revolutionized map design.
How Air Brakes Work
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Air brakes aim to stop trucks, trains and buses from crashing. Learn why air brakes, not hydraulic brakes, slow these modes of transportation down.
What is a funicular railway?
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In the news about the recent accident at a ski resort in Austria, the reporters called the cable car that carried the skiers up the mountain a "funicular railway." What is that and how does it work?
How to Start an Adult Day Care
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Do you know how to start an adult day care? Find out how to start an adult day care in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How Motorcycle Towing Trailers Work
Motorcycle towing trailers vary greatly. Learn more about motorcycle towing trailers at HowStuffWorks.
Deck Ideas
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A deck makes a fine addition to any home, from standard layouts to modern designs. Learn more about designing a deck, using photos and helpful ideas.
The Engine Quiz for Auto Experts
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When you lift the hood of your car, do you see a finely tuned piece of machinery made up of pistons and cylinders, or just a jumble of metal and wires? If you know an engine like the back of your own hand, take the quiz and prove it!