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How Carnivore Worked
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The FBI's Carnivore can tap into networks to intercept anything done on the Net. Find out what's involved in Web eavesdropping.
How HDTV Works
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HDTV hit the market in 1998, and has ushered in an era of superior resolution and sound. Learn about HDTV and check out expert reviews for HDTV.
How Auroras Work
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An aurora is a light phenomenon caused by solar winds interacting with the Earth's magnetic field. Learn more about auroras.
How Icemakers Work
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Icemakers use an electric motor, a water valve and an electrical heating unit to pour, freeze and extract ice cubes. Learn about home and commercial icemakers.
How Freegans Work
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Freegans, or Dumpster divers, are people who attempt to live an ethical lifestyle by reusing trash. Learn about freegans and the ethics of a freegan lifestyle.
How DVR Works
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The DVR, or digital video recorder, makes recording television programs simple. Learn about DVR, HD DVR and DVR tricks.
How Nanotechnology Works
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Nanotechnology is so new, no one is really sure what will come of it. Even so, predictions range from the ability to reproduce things like diamonds and food to the world being devoured by self-replicating nanorobots.
How Atavisms Work
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Atavisms are traits that are left over from a distant evolutionary ancestor. Learn more about atavisms and the controversy surrounding atavism.
How WAP Works
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Do you get the shakes when you're offline for more than 10 minutes? The wireless Internet lets you browse Web pages from a cell phone or PDA. Learn about the Wireless Application Protocol that makes it possible to surf on the go.
How Convertibles Work
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Convertibles and a sunny day are a match made in heaven. Learn about the aerodynamics of convertibles and the different types of convertibles, from cloth top to hardtop.