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How Broadband Over Powerlines Works
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Imagine plugging your computer into any electrical outlet in your home and having high-speed Internet access instantly. This service is already available in a few cities in the United States, but there are groups and government agencies fighting to block its proliferation. Learn how powerline broadband is possible and what the controversy is all about.
What is virtual memory?
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I keep hearing about "virtual memory" in computers. What is that? How can memory be "virtual"?
How Google Calendar Works
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Google Calendar allows users to share work calendars, coordinate Gmail accounts and much more. Learn more about Google Calendar at HowStuffWorks.
How Adobe AIR Works
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Adobe AIR is a runtime environment that allows people to create rich Internet applications. Find out more about Adobe AIR.
How Instant Messaging Works
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Instant messaging has become popular with young people because of its speed, ease of use and privacy. Learn more about instant messaging at HowStuffWorks.
Why can I play some DVD movies but not others on my computer DVD-ROM?
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Why can I play some DVD movies, but not others, on my computer DVD-ROM?
How Video Sharing Works
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Video sharing is one of the fastest growing mediums on the web. Learn more about video sharing at HowStuffWorks.
What is Thunderbolt technology in a Mac?
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Thunderbolt is an input/output technology. Find out how Apple and Intel are innovating on this integral part of computing systems with the Thunderbolt technology.
Understanding USB Types and the Flexible USB System
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You can find Universal Serial Bus connectors on just about every PC made today. But when it was introduced, USB was leaps and bounds ahead of the technologies it replaced. What makes this standard so useful?
How Digital Rights Management Works
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DRM is a method of controlling access to copyrighted material. Find out how the technology behind DRM works and learn about the digital rights management controversy.