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How NORAD Works
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NORAD is a military operation that is jointly run by the United States and Canada. Learn about NORAD and the unique location for the NORAD headquarters.
How Night Vision Works
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Most of us instinctively think of darkness as a way to hide. Night vision has changed all that. So, how can you see someone standing over 200 yards away on a pitch-black night? Find out.
How WAP Works
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Do you get the shakes when you're offline for more than 10 minutes? The wireless Internet lets you browse Web pages from a cell phone or PDA. Learn about the Wireless Application Protocol that makes it possible to surf on the go.
What is a nano quadrotor?
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Seven million (and counting) YouTube viewers can't be wrong. Nano quadrotors are tiny, autonomous flying machines that have the Internet buzzing.
How Discovery Education Streaming Works
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Discovery Education streaming is a new educational tool that teachers can use in the classroom. Learn about Discovery Education streaming.
How to Test Brake Line Fittings
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Want to know how to test brake line fittings? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how to test brake line fittings.
How Wacom Tablets Work
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Wacom tablets aren't your average tablet PCS. Find out how Wacom tablets let you get creative with digital art.
How Olympic Timing Works
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In timed Olympic events, the difference between the gold and the silver can come down to a fraction of a second. You won't find that kind of accuracy in your typical wristwatch. Find out about the systems (and backup systems) that keep Olympic timing honest.
Crafty Wartime Spies Put Codes Right Into Their Knitting
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Knitting socks and hats for 'our troops' was a time-honored tradition during wartime. But spies found a way to use that innocent pastime to transmit vital information.
How Rocket-Propelled Grenades Work
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Rugged and simple, suitable for downing helicopters, disabling tanks or attacking buildings at close range -- in the hands of a skilled operator, the RPG is a lethal and versatile weapon.