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How does popcorn work?

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Popcorn certainly is unique, but have you ever wondered how it actually works? Check out this article to learn what makes popcorn pop and more.

What does Alt+F4 do?

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Someone suggested during an online computer game that someone press Alt and F4 at the same time. Another player said you better not. I've asked AOL people about this but have gotten no response. Can you tell me what would happen?

How does a Zip drive store so much more data than a floppy drive?

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The main thing that separates a zip drive from a floppy disk is a magnetic coating. See how this coating makes an impact on zip drive storage.

How does copy protection on a video tape work?

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How do VHS tapes prevent you from bootlegging a copy of a movie? Find out how Macrovision works.

What does 900 MHz mean in a cordless phone?

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I've been looking at cordless phones and have noticed that this area has gotten fairly complicated! For example, what is the difference between 900 MHz and other systems?

How much does 20-pound bond paper weigh?

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When I buy "20-pound bond paper," what part of it weighs 20 pounds? A ream certainly doesn't weigh 20 pounds.

What is an atomic clock and how does it work?

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Many ads for new clocks advertise their ability to automatically synchronize themselves with the atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado. This atomic clock is more precise because it uses the frequencies of atoms as its resonator.

Why does smoke come from a fire?

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Let's say you have a nice fire going, and it's reduced down to a pit of hot "glowing embers." If you now toss a piece of wood, or even a sheet of paper, onto this fire, you see a huge puff of smoke as it heats up.

Why Does Your Body Temperature Rise When You Have a Virus Such as the Flu?

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Your body temperature rises when you have a virus, such as the flu, but why? Find out what causes a rise in your body temperature when you're sick.

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