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The Four-day Workweek Isn't as Crazy as You Think
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Studies have shown that people spend less than half of each day really being productive. So, why not reduce the workweek to 32 hours and get more done? Although it's worked at a number of companies, others balk at making the change.
What is virtual memory?
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I keep hearing about "virtual memory" in computers. What is that? How can memory be "virtual"?
1955 Ford F-100 Pickup
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The 1955 Ford F-100 pickup emphasized comfort and included a new Custom Cab option. See pictures and get details on the 1955 Ford F-100 pickup.
Circular Saw
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A circular saw makes cuts in wood, metal, or plastic with a round, flat blade. Check out this article for tips on how to use this power saw.
The Oil Drilling Process Explained
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Remember those orange juice commercials? The ones where people tried to poke a rolling orange with a straw?
13 Largest Cities in New York, Ranked by Population
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New York, often called the Empire State, is one of fourth-most populated in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.9 million people live in the state.
Pasta's Not Fattening — Really
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Pasta may not be as bad for you as people have thought. HowStuffWorks Now explores the health benefits of this Italian staple.
Meet the World's Longest Sea-Crossing Bridge
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The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is 34 miles (55 kilometers) long and connects the territories of Hong Kong and Macao to mainland China for the first time.
Hawaii Proposes Ban on Certain Sunscreens to Save Coral Reefs
Scientists have found that chemicals in some sunscreens can cause coral bleaching, prompting the Hawaii state legislature to propose an exhaustive ban on them.
How Much Actual Money Is There in the World?
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Exactly how much money is there in the world? Learn how some have counted the amount of money that exists and why it's such a difficult task.