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5 Things You Should Do Before Opening a 401(k)
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If you've never opened a 401(k) account before, the wide range of options might be intimidating. Read about 5 things you should do before opening a 401(k).
Top 10 Causes of a Car Fire
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Vehicle fires account for nearly one of every eight fires reported. But cars don't just burst into flames like we see in the movies. So how do they catch fire?
How Voice Mail Works
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Voicemail is a growing necessity in both homes and businesses. Learn more about how voicemail works at HowStuffWorks.
How the Year 2000 Problem Worked
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Until recently, computer programmers used two-digit placeholders for the year portion of the date in their software. Guess what happened when we realized the system couldn't account for the first two numbers? Mass panic.
How the Fed Works
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Think the U.S. economy works only by supply and demand? Not so. If you own a house, have a bank account or write checks, the Federal Reserve System affects your everyday life. Find out all about the Fed.
The Yellow Sac Spider Surprisingly Doesn't Build a Web
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The yellow sac spider is one of the most common spiders humans encounter, as they're often wandering indoors or hanging out in gardens. Scientists also believe they account for more human insect bites than any other spider.
The Biggest Nose in the World Was Over 7 Inches Long
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If you’ve ever wondered who has the biggest nose in the world, you’re not alone. Guinness World Records (GWR) has logged remarkable noses, from the world’s longest nose on a living person to historical accounts of extraordinary size.
Avoid the Most Common Passwords With These Security Tips
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In the modern day, people have to try and stay organized with dozens, maybe even hundreds, of online accounts. As a result, they may fall back using easy-to-guess passwords out of a misguided sense of convenience, or using the same password across multiple sites.
Are robots replacing human soldiers?
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One U.S. Army leader says robots could account for a significant portion of American fighting forces in the next 20 years or so. Find out how machines are waging war now and how they may change the face of battle in the decades to come.
How Yahoo Mail Works
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Yahoo Mail is one of the largest e-mail providers on the Internet and serves millions of users worldwide. Learn about Yahoo Mail at HowStuffWorks.