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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 Instagram Works
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If you're wondering why everyone on the Internet thinks they're a photographer, you can probably thank Instagram. Learn how Instagram works and more in this article.
What's Ubuntu, and how is it different from Linux?
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Ubuntu is a free computer operating system that has been increasing in popularity. Find out what Ubuntu is all about.
What are system resources, and why do I run out of them?
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What are system resources, and why do I run out of them even though I have 128Mb of memory? Is this a conspiracy by the memory chip manufacturers or what?
Why do people pirate software?
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Some people pirate software because of cost, but it turns out there are many reasons to pirate software. Can it be prevented? Learn more at HOwStuffWorks.
How Mahalo Works
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Mahalo is a new type of search engine that aims to give users a hassle-free search experience. Learn more about Mahalo and some of the features Mahalo offers.
What Does RAM Do to Speed Up Your Computer?
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If you need a faster computer, adding more RAM may help. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of making your computer faster with RAM memory.
Why does Apple name its OSs after big cats?
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Why does Apple name its OSs after big cats? Find out why Apple names its OSs after big cats at HowStuffWorks.
How MySpace Works
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Find out what MySpace really is, what it can do for you, how it blew past the competition and why Rupert Murdoch thought it was worth $580 million.
How to Fix the Black Screen of Death
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HowStuffWorks looks at what you can do if you get the black screen of death on your laptop, mobile or tablet.