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How Does a Breathalyzer Work?
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A roadside sobriety test of touching one's nose or walking a straight line cannot rule out a high blood alcohol concentration. That's why the Breathalyzer is such a game-changer. But how does a Breathalyzer work? Read on to find out!
How Hybrid System Indicators Work
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Hybrid system indicators monitor more than just speed and fuel consumption. Learn how hybrid system indicators help drivers stay green.
How does a rebreather work?
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Unlike a regular SCUBA regulator which creates bubbles when the person wearing the apparatus exhales, a rebreather produces no bubbles when someone exhales. What exactly is a rebreather and how does it work?
What Is the Difference Between Static RAM and Dynamic RAM?
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Your computer probably uses both static RAM and dynamic RAM at the same time, but for different reasons. See what both types of RAM do in your computer.
What are system resources, and why do I run out of them?
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What are system resources, and why do I run out of them even though I have 128Mb of memory? Is this a conspiracy by the memory chip manufacturers or what?
How Does a Gas Pump Know When to Stop?
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The days of spilling gasoline all over our shoes are pretty much over. But it begs the question: How does a gas pump know when to stop? Read this simple explanation of the mechanics that cause a gas pump to shut off when the tank is full.
Is it better to turn my computer off or leave it on all the time?
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Is it better to turn my computer off when I am not using it or leave it on all the time?
How to Build a Computer
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Have you ever thought about building your own computer? Learn why it's a good idea and how to choose which parts to buy.
How Graphics Cards Work
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Graphics cards take data from the CPU and turn it into visual information. Find out the parts of a graphics card and read expert reviews of graphics cards.
How Tablets Work
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Tablet computer sales are taking a bite out of other PCs but it took years before tablets became a hit with consumers. What makes them special?