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How Computer Addiction Works

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Computer addiction is a new form of addiction in which the user cannot pull themselves away from computer activities. Learn about computer addiction.

How Google Earth Works

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Google Earth is a popular online mapping program that is free to download. Find out how Google Earth works and learn about Google Earth's basic functions.

Can Facebook make me rich?

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Facebook can make you rich if you can develop the right application for them. Learn more about Facebook and the ways Facebook can make you rich.

Will the $100 laptop help save the developing world?

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The XO laptop was designed to be a lightweight and affordable laptop that is meant for developing countries. Learn about the XO laptop project.

How Online Fraud Alerts Work

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Online fraud is one of the fastest growing crimes. Many banks and creditors offer alerts. Learn how you can use alerts to prevent online fraud.

How Pop-up Blockers Work

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Pop-up blockers eliminate the annoying advertising windows that open as you surf the internet. Find out how pop-up blockers reduce pop-up ads.

How to Stop Cyberbullying

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Cyberbullying is a widespread epidemic that affects up to 32 percent of teenagers, according to recent studies. Read about the cyberbullying epidemic.

How Zombie Computers Work

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Zombie computers are computers that have been taken over by a hacker without the knowledge of the owner. Find out what zombie computers are and how they work.

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 the Wikipedia Scanner Works

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The Wikipedia Scanner uses records to trace the IP addresses of anonymous Wikipedia editors. Learn about the Wikipedia Scanner and Wikipedia Scanner consequences.