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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.
Understanding USB Types and the Flexible USB System
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You can find Universal Serial Bus connectors on just about every PC made today. But when it was introduced, USB was leaps and bounds ahead of the technologies it replaced. What makes this standard so useful?
How Digital Rights Management Works
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DRM is a method of controlling access to copyrighted material. Find out how the technology behind DRM works and learn about the digital rights management controversy.
How Organ Transplants Work
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Today, most organ transplants are relatively safe procedures. Learn about living and cadaverous organ donors and how organs are matched to recipients.
How Cable Television Works
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Millions of people receive their television signal through a cable TV connection. Most of them don't actually know what "cable TV" is, what it does or how it got its name. Find out!
How long do alternators last?
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How long do alternators last? Find out how long alternators last at HowStuffWorks.
How Stinger Missiles Work
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The Stinger missile is a deadly man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS) that can be rapidly deployed by ground troops. It's lightweight, combat-proven and has a greater than 90 percent success rate. So how are Stingers used and against whom?
How to Prioritize Daily Errands
Prioritizing daily errands is a big part of organizing your day. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about prioritizing daily errands.
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.
How has NASA helped save firefighters?
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How has NASA helped save firefighters? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how NASA has helped saved firefighters' lives.