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How Light Bulbs Work
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The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world. Learn what happens when yo
How California's Power Crisis Works
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Another series of rolling blackouts are hitting California. Learn why this is happening and how it affects you.
How Artificial Vision Will Work
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There was once no cure for blindness, but artificial vision systems implanted directly on the retina may restore sight. Is a silicon microchip the answer to combating retinal disease?
How Pangaea Became 7 Separate Continents
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The idea of Pangaea comes from Alfred Wegener's hypothesis that the seven continents were once joined as a supercontinent. Learn more about Pangaea.
How to Unlock a Cellphone or Smartphone
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Unlocking cellphones is not the problem it used to be. Here's how it changed.
Heroes Unmasked: How secret are secret identities?
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Is a 'secret identity' really secret anymore? Comic book pundit Matt Hunt reveals just how many characters are in on the superheroes' alter-egos.
How Screensavers Work
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Screensavers used to be necessary due to CRT monitor quirks -- now, they're mostly used for entertainment and security. Find out what a screensaver is and how it knows when to kick in.
How Burglar Alarms Work
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Burglar alarms are found in every retail store and are becoming more common in private homes. Find out how a simple burglar alarm system works.
How to Calculate Fuel Cost
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Want to know how to calculate fuel cost? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how to calculate fuel cost.
How to Estimate the Cost of Utilities
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Estimating the cost of utilities can help you manage your budget. Visit TLC Family to learn about estimating the cost of utilities.