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How 3-D Graphics Work
3-D graphics are essential to realistic computer games and object modeling -- they can make computer images look totally life-like! But how is a computer model transformed into the image you see on the screen?
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How does my computer know when to activate the screensaver?
There's a special command your computer sends when your keyboard and mice have been idle for a period of time. Find out how your computer activates your screensaver.
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How Screensavers Work
Screensavers used to be necessary due to CRT monitor quirks -- now they're mostly used for entertainment and security. Find out what a screensaver is and how it knows when to kick in.
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How Shockwave 3-D Technology Works
In this article, we'll find out exactly what Shockwave 3-D technology is and how it works. We'll also explore some applications of this technology and check out some very cool 3-D images.
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How Silverlight Works
To broadcast the 2008 Summer Olympic Games online, American broadcast network NBC chose Microsoft Silverlight. Can it beat Adobe Flash and set a new standard?
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How Video Editing Works
Have a camcorder and a computer? Add a piece of software to the mix and you can turn a home movie into a high-quality video masterpiece!
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What are TrueType fonts?
In the late 1980s, Adobe introduced its Type 1 fonts based on vector graphics. Unlike bitmapped fonts, vector fonts could be made larger or smaller and still look good.
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Why are my digital photograph files so huge while photos on other Web sites are much smaller?
Digital images can be saved by numerous methods and in countless file sizes. Learn how the jpg format compresses your photos while maintaining resolution.
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Why are there so many different image formats on the Web?
GIF and JPEG formats may be the most commonly used, but there are other useful image formats for more specific purposes. Find out what they are and how to use them.
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