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How Water Towers Work
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You've probably noticed that there are power outages all the time -- but water outages? Much less common... How does the system work, and work so well? It's simpler than you may think. Find out how the design and location of water towers keep the water flowing.
Hair Replacement Guide
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Hair replacement is one solution for millions of men and women around the globe are affected by thinning hair. Learn hair replacement options.
When Were CDs Invented, and How Do They Work?
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The advent of compact discs brought about digital storage and made pinpointing data a split-second task. But when were CDs invented, and how exactly do they work? Read on to get some answers!
How Domain Name Servers (DNS) Work
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When you type a URL into your web browser's address bar, the correct page appears as if by magic (provided you typed it correctly). Is it the work of sorcery? Nope! Domain name servers are handling all the data behind the scenes.
How Dry Cleaning Works
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Want to know what happens to your clothes after you give them to the dry cleaner? Do they actually stay dry? Take a behind-the-scenes look at the dry-cleaning process.
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 Identity Theft Works
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Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the U.S. Learn about Internet identity theft, credit card fraud and identity theft protection.
How Halloween Works
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Halloween mixes secular and religious elements in a holiday filled with pranks, costumes and games. Learn about the history of Halloween.
Ultimate Guide to Scooby-Doo
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'Scooby-Doo' is a favorite cartoon. Learn about 'Scooby-Doo & Shaggy Get A Clue!' and get behind-the-scenes information, plus an episode guide.
How CEOs Work
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The CEO of a company makes a lot of money and has access to the private jet -- so how did he or she get this clout? Learn what a CEO's responsibilities are.