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What Is a UPS? How an Uninterruptible Power Supply Works
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It's a foundational element of device integrity, but you wouldn't be the first person to beg the question, "What is a UPS?"
How Virtual Computing Works
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Storage space and performance can be increased with virtual computing. Learn how computer users are using virtual computing when they need it.
Understanding Auto Parts
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As illustrated by the hundreds of individual parts for sale at your local Pep Boys Autozone or Napa Auto Parts it takes a lot of machinery to make cars work. Learn about the key parts.
Furnace Maintenance
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Furnaces are usually trouble-free and easy to maintain. Efficient operation is a function of good maintenance. Learn how to maintain a furnace.
Parliamentary Democracy, Explained Simply
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Parliamentary democracy powers many countries across the globe, shaping how citizens choose leaders and how laws get made.
Is cyberwar coming?
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Cyberwar may be on the horizon as hackers target whole countries with online attacks. Find out more about the possibility of upcoming cyberwar.
How Does AC Work in a Car?
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If you're buying a new car, you know air conditioning is almost certainly a standard feature. But it wasn't long ago when AC was an expensive option. Find out how this now nearly universal feature works.
Can you assemble your own car?
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Car assembling can be done on your own, but there are many factors to consider for such a big project. Learn about car assembling from the pros.
How Autofocus Cameras Work
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Ever wonder how your camera knows what you're looking at? Understand how autofocus cameras lock on to the object you're photographing!
How Air Conditioners Work
Air conditioning has fundamentally changed how people experience the world. When it's hot outside, walking into an air-conditioned house is like walking into another season. How do air conditioners keep us cool?