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Is it true that the Mac G4 processor is twice as fast as a Pentium III?
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I have heard that the Mac G4 processor is twice as fast as a Pentium III, even if the Pentium III is running at a faster clock speed. How is this possible?
If the temperature is 30 degrees F, why do we sometimes get snow and other times get freezing rain?
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Precipitation can vary from rain to snow when the temperature is below freezing. Learn about precipitation.
How does catnip work?
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What exactly is catnip? How does it work? Learn about catnip at HowStuffWorks.
How can an egg carton claim that the contained eggs have less fat and more vitamin E?
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I recently bought a carton of eggs that claimed, "These eggs are high in Vitamin E, contain 100 mg of Omega 3, and have 25% less saturated fat than regular eggs." How can you get chickens to lay these special eggs? And how can you tell which eggs have these properties without cracking them open?
How does a time-of-use program with the power company work?
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Chances are your power company in your area advertises a "time-of-use" program. But what exactly does this mean and can you really save on your power bill by signing up for this type of service?
Why are there limits on CPU speed?
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CPU speed is limited by two major factors: transmission delays and heat build-up. Learn about what limits CPU speed and how CPU overclocking works.
Meteors burn up when they hit the Earth's atmosphere. Why doesn't the space shuttle?
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In science, we are learning about the atmosphere. It protects us from meteors because it burns them up. So, why doesn't the space shuttle burn up?
10 Types of Microphones
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Microphones have been around in some form for more than 150 years. Modern mics incorporate fiber optics, microchips, and even lasers to suit a variety of audio needs.
What is the difference between analog and digital cell phones?
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There are two main digital systems in the U.S. One is generically known as "digital service," and the other is clearly branded as "PCS."
Why do they include jokers in a deck of cards?
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Why do they include jokers in a deck of cards?