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Why Was 911 Chosen as the Emergency Phone Number?
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During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?
How Steadicams Work
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Some of the greatest movie scenes of all time were filmed using Steadicams. They allow moviemakers to produce moving, hand-held shots that have no shakes at all. Learn all about this ingenious camera system.
How the Euro Works
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As of January 1, 2002, the euro is the official monetary unit of 12 nations. Find out all about the euro, who's using it and the widespread effects of having a single European currency.
How Computer Mice Work
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The mouse might just be the computer user's best friend. Every day of your computing life, you reach out for your mouse whenever you want to move your cursor or activate something. Learn how this human-machine interface translates your movements into digital data.
How Video Formatting Works
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When you watch a movie on your TV, you're not always seeing the same movie that played in the theater. A lot of formatting goes into fitting a movie onto a TV screen. Learn about the changes a movie goes through so you can watch it at home.
How Debt Consolidation Works
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Debt consolidation means taking out one new loan to pay off all your other loans. See if debt consolidation is the answer for your finances.
How to Retire Early
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To retire early, you must be financially prepared and organized for the many years that lay before you. Find out how you can retire early.
How Reverse Osmosis Works
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How does reverse osmosis work? Find out how a semipermeable membrane can act as a filter for some particles while letting others pass through.
How Historic Districts Work
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Historic districts could protect you from your neighbor's bad taste. Find out how historic districts work and how your neighborhood could become one.
24 Home Remedies for Warts
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Learn to prevent warts, and read about home remedies that will help to rid you of warts if you get them.