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COVID-19 or Not, Many Port Cities Want to Ban Cruise Ships
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Cities across the globe are banning or limiting cruise ship traffic, while critics are challenging the resulting loss of revenue. Why do cities want them gone and is there a way to make everyone happy?
How does a FireWire IEEE-1394 connection work?
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I saw the HSW article on USB ports. My computer and video camera have a FireWire connection. How does that work?
1960 Buick Electra
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The 1960 Buick Electra was more subdued than the 1959, but sported tailfins, VentiPorts, and a Wildcat 455. Learn about the highly stylized Electra.
What Does HDMI Stand for? Here's How HDMI Works
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HDMI is more than a port on the back of a TV (and the often expensive cable that fits inside). It's a set of rules for allowing high-definition electronic devices to communicate.
How the MacBook Pro Works
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The MacBook Pro was released in 2006, but the now the MacBook Pro has a bigger boost of speed with its new Thunderbolt port. Learn about the MacBook Pro.
NAT: How Network Address Translation Works
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Network Address Translation helps improve security by reusing IP addresses. Learn about Network Address Translation and NAT security.
How to Connect a Turntable to a Laptop
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Do you know how to connect a turntable to a laptop? Find out how to connect a turntable to a laptop in this article from HowStuffWorks.
How Web Servers Work
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When you type a Web site address into your browser, Web servers are doing the work of getting you the page you request. Find out how these machines locate Web pages and deliver them to your computer.
How LAN Switches Work
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We wouldn't get very far without LAN switches -- bedlam would break loose at each network junction. Learn how LAN switches work.
How Rotary Engines Work
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A rotary engine works completely differently than the conventional piston engine. Learn what makes a rotary engine unique among engines.